For the best flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder and pure peppermint extract. If you don't have a pastry blender, you can use a fork or your fingers to cut in the butter. Just be sure to work quickly so the butter doesn't melt. To prevent the crust from becoming soggy, make sure it is completely cooled before adding the cheesecake filling. For a richer chocolate flavor, add a tablespoon of espresso powder to the crumb mixture. If you want a more intense mint flavor, add a few drops of peppermint oil to the cheesecake filling.
Grasshopper Cheesecake Bars
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME35 mins
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TOTAL TIME50 mins
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SERVING25 People
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VIEWS12
Decadent mint cheesecake bars nestled between layers of intensely chocolatey, crisp perfection. A refreshing twist on a classic treat, ideal for festive occasions and guaranteed to impress.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate9 g
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Cholesterol25 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium50 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat6 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
10 mins
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and cocoa powder. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Reserve 1 cup of this crumb mixture for the topping. (10 minutes)
03
Step
5 mins
Press the remaining crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 8x8-inch baking pan. (5 minutes)
04
Step
45 mins
Bake the crust in the preheated oven until set, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely while keeping the oven on. (15 minutes baking + 30 minutes cooling)
05
Step
5 mins
While the crust is cooling, prepare the cheesecake filling. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)
06
Step
5 mins
Add the egg, peppermint extract, and green food coloring (if using) to the cream cheese mixture; beat until well combined. Gradually stir in the milk until the batter is smooth and creamy. (5 minutes)
07
Step
2 mins
Pour the cheesecake filling evenly over the cooled crust. Sprinkle the reserved crumb topping evenly over the filling. (2 minutes)
08
Step
23 mins
Bake until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center, 20 to 25 minutes. (20-25 minutes)
09
Step
1 hrs
Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan before cutting into 25 bars. For cleaner cuts, chill the bars in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. (1 hour)
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Ariane Hilll
Jun 23, 2025These are now a staple dessert in my house. They're so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Reymundo Waters
Jun 15, 2025These bars were a huge hit at my Christmas party! Everyone loved the refreshing mint flavor and the chocolatey crust.
Emilio Boyer
Jun 14, 2025I found the crust to be a little too crumbly. Next time, I'll try adding a bit more butter.
Lilian Renner
Jun 13, 2025I followed the recipe exactly, and they turned out perfectly. The crust was nice and crispy, and the cheesecake filling was so creamy.
Rita Runolfsdottir
Jun 8, 2025I added a layer of chocolate ganache on top, and it took these bars to the next level!