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Peppermint Chocolate Layered Dessert

This Peppermint Chocolate Layered Dessert combines rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint in a creamy, multi-layered treat perfect for the holidays or any special occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate cookies
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups whipped topping, divided
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. Mix crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter until combined; press into the bottom of a 9×9-inch dish to form the crust.
  2. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  3. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping and peppermint extract into the cream cheese mixture.
  4. Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the crust.
  5. Pour melted chocolate chips over the cream cheese layer, spreading evenly.
  6. Top with the remaining cream cheese mixture.
  7. Spread the remaining whipped topping over the top layer.
  8. Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies and cocoa powder over the dessert.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set before serving.

Notes

For an extra festive touch, garnish with chocolate shavings or a drizzle of melted white chocolate before serving.