Simple recipe for Mint Cheesecake Domes—a delightful and refreshing dessert that's as visually stunning as it is delicious!
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 200 g (7 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 100 ml (½ cup) heavy cream
- 50 g (¼ cup) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
- 100 g (½ cup) white chocolate, melted
For the Chocolate Shell:
- 200 g (7 oz) dark chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 tsp vegetable oil (optional, for a smoother shell)
For the Crust:
- 100 g (1 cup) digestive biscuits or graham crackers, crushed
- 50 g (¼ cup) unsalted butter, melted
Optional Decoration:
- Crushed peppermint candies or mint leaves
- White chocolate drizzle
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chocolate Shells
- Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Add vegetable oil (optional) for a shinier shell.
- Using a silicone dome mold, spoon melted chocolate into each cavity, ensuring the inside is fully coated.
- Turn the mold upside down to remove excess chocolate, then place it in the freezer to set for 10-15 minutes. Repeat for a second layer if needed for strength.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add heavy cream, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and green food coloring (if using). Beat until well combined and fluffy.
- Fold in melted white chocolate until smooth.
Step 3: Prepare the Crust
- Combine crushed biscuits/graham crackers with melted butter in a small bowl.
- Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.
Step 4: Assemble the Domes
- Remove the chocolate shells from the freezer.
- Pipe or spoon the cheesecake filling into each dome, leaving a small space at the top for the crust.
- Press the prepared crust mixture onto the filling and gently smooth it.
- Freeze for at least 3 hours or until firm.
Step 5: Unmold and Decorate
- Carefully pop the domes out of the silicone mold.
- Optionally, drizzle with melted white chocolate, sprinkle crushed peppermint candies, or garnish with mint leaves.
Tips
- Use high-quality chocolate for a glossy, smooth shell.
- Ensure the domes are completely frozen before unmolding to avoid cracking.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Enjoy your homemade Mint Cheesecake Domes!
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