🍃 Chocolate Mint Cheesecake 

🧾 Ingredients

For the Crust

• 200g chocolate cookies (crushed)
• 100g melted butter

For the Mint Cheesecake Filling

• 400g cream cheese (softened)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1–2 tsp peppermint extract
• Green food coloring (optional)
• 10g gelatin (or 2 1/2 tsp powdered gelatin) + 3 tbsp water

For the Chocolate Ganache

• 150g dark chocolate
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

For Garnish

• Whipped cream
• Fresh mint leaves
• Chocolate shavings

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

1. Mix crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter.
2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
3. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

1. Bloom gelatin with water (let sit 5 minutes).
2. Heat gently until dissolved (do not boil).
3. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
4. Add vanilla and peppermint extract.
5. Add a few drops of green coloring if desired.
6. Whip heavy cream separately until soft peaks form, then fold into the mixture.
7. Slowly mix in the melted gelatin.

Step 3: Assemble

1. Pour the filling over the chilled crust.
2. Smooth the top and refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours (or overnight).

Step 4: Make the Ganache

1. Heat cream until hot (not boiling).
2. Pour over chopped chocolate.
3. Let sit 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
4. Let cool slightly, then pour over the cheesecake.

Step 5: Decorate & Serve

1. Pipe whipped cream on top.
2. Add mint leaves and chocolate shavings.
3. Slice and serve chilled.

🔥 Pro Tips

• Don’t overdo peppermint extract → very strong flavor
• Use high-quality dark chocolate → ganache will taste richer
• Chill overnight for best texture
• Dip knife in warm water before slicing → clean cuts

🍽️ Final Result

A silky, airy mint cheesecake layered over a rich chocolate crust, topped with glossy ganache. Cool, refreshing mint meets deep chocolate flavor — a perfect balance of freshness and indulgence in every bite.