3-Step Crème de Menthe Cheesecake
Posted by Jerseygirl Tue, 4 May 2004, at 9:42 a.m.
 

Makes 8 servings

2 packages (8 ounces each) PHILADELPHIA® Cream Cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
4 teaspoons green crème de menthe
1 OREO® Pie Crust (6 ounces)

Prep 10 minutes plus refrigerating
Bake 40 minutes

1. BEAT cream cheese, sugar and vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add eggs; mix just until blended. Blend in creme de menthe.
2. POUR into crust.
3. BAKE at 350°F for 40 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool. Refrigerate 3 hours or overnight. Garnish as desired.

Mint Bon Bon: Substitute 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract and a few drops green food coloring for crème de menthe. Stir 1/2 cup miniature semi-sweet chocolate chips into batter. Sprinkle with additional 1/4 cup chips before baking.