No-Bake Chocolate Peppermint Squares
Indulge in the delightful No-Bake Chocolate Peppermint Squares—a perfect treat for any occasion! This easy-to-make dessert features a crumbly cookie crust layered with a creamy peppermint cheesecake filling and topped with rich chocolate pudding. Ideal for gatherings or a cozy night in, these squares can be prepared ahead of time and chilled to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. With their refreshing minty flavor and decadent chocolate, they’re sure to impress family and friends alike. Get ready to become the star of your next dessert table!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy canes
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 package instant chocolate pudding mix
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 8 ounces whipped topping
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing vanilla wafer crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until it holds together. Press into the bottom of a 9×9-inch pan and chill.
- For the peppermint layer, beat cream cheese with milk until smooth. Stir in sugar and crushed candies, then fold in whipped topping. Spread over the chilled crust.
- For the chocolate layer, combine pudding mix with milk and whisk until thickened. Spread over the peppermint layer and let set for about 5 minutes.
- Top with whipped topping and sprinkle crushed candies on top for garnish.
- Chill for at least four hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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