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Andes Mint Cheesecake

Decadent Andes Mint Cheesecake for Your Next Festive Treat

Experience the delightful Andes Mint Cheesecake, a treat that blends creamy mint with a crunchy Oreo crust. Perfect for celebrations and cozy nights.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 24 cookies Crushed Oreos You can swap with graham crackers for a different flavor.
  • 6 tablespoons Butter Melted and unsalted.
For the Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese Softened, full-fat recommended.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Corn Starch Can be omitted.
  • 1 cup Sugar Reduce for a lighter taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla extract recommended.
  • 3 large Eggs Avoid overmixing.
  • 1 cup Andes Mint Baking Chips Or chopped Andes candies.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Any cream-based substitute can work.

Equipment

  • 6-inch springform pan
  • heavy-duty foil
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • baking dish
  • spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Wrap the outside of the springform pan with heavy-duty foil and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  3. Combine crushed Oreos and melted butter in a bowl, then press into the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
  4. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, then mix in sour cream, corn starch, sugar, and vanilla extract until combined. Mix in the eggs one at a time.
  5. Gently fold in chopped Andes mint candies into the mixture, then pour over cooled crust.
  6. Place the filled pan in a larger baking dish and add boiling water to create a water bath.
  7. Bake for 60 minutes or until the center is set but slightly wobbly. Let cool in the oven for 30 minutes.
  8. After cooling, chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours.
  9. Heat heavy whipping cream in a saucepan, add remaining Andes candies, stir until melted. Allow to cool slightly before pouring over the cheesecake.
  10. Chill again after topping for an additional time before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, let the cheesecake sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving.

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