Thin Mint Cheesecake

Thin Mint Cheesecake 🍫🌿

Rich chocolate and cool mint come together in this creamy cheesecake inspired by classic Thin Mint cookies.

Ingredients

Brownie Crust

• 1 box fudge brownie mix
• Ingredients listed on the box to prepare the brownies

Mint Cheesecake Filling

• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ¾ tsp mint extract
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 7–8 drops green food coloring, optional
• 4 oz frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 1 cup crushed Thin Mint-style cookies

Topping

• 1 cup whipped topping
• 6–8 Thin Mint-style cookies, crushed or halved
• Chocolate sauce, optional

Instructions

1. Bake the brownie crust: Prepare the brownie mix according to the package directions. Spread the batter into a greased 9-inch springform pan and bake until set. Let it cool completely.
2. Make the mint filling: Beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
3. Mix in the mint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring until evenly combined.
4. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping, followed by the crushed cookies.
5. Spread the mint cheesecake mixture evenly over the cooled brownie crust.
6. Refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours, or overnight, until firm.
7. Before serving, top with whipped topping, crushed Thin Mint-style cookies, and a drizzle of chocolate sauce if desired.
8. Slice and serve chilled.

Tip: For an extra chocolatey finish, add a thin layer of chocolate ganache over the top before adding the whipped cream and cookies.

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