Frozen Peppermint Delight

Cool, creamy, and bursting with festive flavor, Frozen Peppermint Delight is the ultimate no-bake dessert perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a sweet minty treat. This indulgent recipe features a buttery chocolate cookie crust topped with a velvety peppermint mousse made from cream cheese, powdered sugar, and a hint of peppermint extract, tinted prettily with a touch of red food coloring. A generous sprinkling of crushed peppermint candies adds a delightful crunch, while a drizzle of rich chocolate syrup ties it all together. Prepared in just 25 minutes, this make-ahead dessert sets beautifully in the freezer, making it a stress-free yet impressive addition to any celebration. Serve it slightly softened for a slice of peppermint perfection! Keywords: no-bake dessert, peppermint dessert, holiday treat, frozen desserts, chocolate and peppermint.

Nutriscore Rating: 34/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 20 pieces chocolate sandwich cookies
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 3 drops red food coloring
• 16 ounces whipped topping (thawed)
• 1 cup peppermint candies (crushed)
• 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the crust: In a food processor, crush the chocolate sandwich cookies into fine crumbs. Melt the butter and combine with the cookie crumbs until evenly moistened.

Step 2

Press the cookie mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form the crust. Place the dish in the freezer to chill while preparing the filling.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Add the peppermint extract and red food coloring, mixing until the filling is evenly tinted and flavored.

Step 5

Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined, creating a light and fluffy peppermint mousse.

Step 6

Remove the baking dish from the freezer and spread the peppermint mousse evenly over the cookie crust.

Step 7

Sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies over the top of the mousse layer, pressing gently to help them stick.

Step 8

Drizzle chocolate syrup over the top in a decorative pattern.

Step 9

Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until the dessert is firm.

Step 10

Before serving, let the Frozen Peppermint Delight sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly. Cut into squares and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1611.9 grams (1611.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6173

Total Fat 267.00g	342%
Saturated Fat 127.40g	637%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 186mg	62%
Sodium 2859mg	124%
Total Carbohydrate 977.60g	355%
Dietary Fiber 20.00g	71%
Total Sugars 700.30g
Protein 21.00g	42%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 223mg	17%
Iron 24mg	134%
Potassium 1174mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.6%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 61.1%