Mint Chocolate Cheesecake with Brownie Base
Ingredients:
For the brownie base:
1 box of brownie mix (or your favorite homemade brownie recipe)
Ingredients required for the brownie mix (usually eggs, oil, and water)
For the mint cream filling:
1 ½ cups heavy cream
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp peppermint extract
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
2 cups whipped cream (or 1 ½ cups heavy cream whipped to stiff peaks)
For the chocolate topping:
4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
1 tbsp butter
For the garnish:
Fresh mint leaves
Shaved chocolate or chocolate curls
Instructions:
Prepare the brownie base:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the brownie mix according to the instructions on the box and bake in a 9-inch springform pan for about 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Let the brownies cool completely before adding the mint cream filling.
Make the mint cream filling:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold in the whipped cream and peppermint extract into the cream cheese mixture. Continue folding until well combined and smooth.
Assemble the cheesecake:
Once the brownie base is cooled, spread the mint cream filling evenly over the top of the brownies. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results, to let the filling set.
Make the chocolate topping:
In a heatproof bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate and butter together in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring each time until fully melted and smooth.
Once the chocolate is smooth and glossy, let it cool for a few minutes before drizzling it over the chilled cheesecake.
Garnish and serve:
Garnish the cheesecake with fresh mint leaves and shaved chocolate or chocolate curls for a finishing touch.
A perfect balance of rich chocolate brownie, creamy mint filling, and glossy chocolate topping, this cheesecake is the ultimate indulgence for mint and chocolate lovers!
