Peppermint Bark Cheesecake Parfaits Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup crushed chocolate cookies (e.g., Oreos)

• 2 tablespoons melted butter

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

• 1/3 cup powdered sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract

• 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies

• Whipped cream for topping

• Chocolate shavings or extra peppermint candies for garnish

Instructions:

1. Make the Crust Layer: Mix crushed cookies and melted butter in a bowl. Divide evenly into serving glasses or jars.

2. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese, adding peppermint extract and crushed peppermint candies.

3. Assemble the Parfaits: Layer the cheesecake mixture over the cookie crust in the glasses. Repeat layers if desired.

4. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

5. Serve: Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and extra peppermint candies.