Christmas Morning Peppermint Bars (Ready-to-Print Version)
Creamy peppermint bars with Oreo crust and white chocolate, chilled for a festive winter treat.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Crust
01 -
24 Oreo cookies, crushed into fine crumbs
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Filling
03 -
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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2 cups powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons heavy cream
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1 teaspoon peppermint extract
→ Topping
07 -
1½ cups white chocolate chips, melted
08 -
½ cup crushed candy canes
→ Optional
09 -
Extra melted white chocolate for drizzle
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 -
Combine the crushed Oreo cookies with melted unsalted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into a parchment-lined 8×8-inch pan to form an even crust. Set aside.
02 -
Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Incorporate powdered sugar, heavy cream, and peppermint extract, mixing until thick, fluffy, and well combined.
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Spread the peppermint filling evenly over the prepared Oreo crust using a rubber spatula.
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Microwave white chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
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Pour melted white chocolate over the peppermint filling and spread evenly with a clean spatula.
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Sprinkle crushed candy canes evenly over the warm white chocolate and press lightly to adhere.
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Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firmly set. Remove from pan using parchment and cut into 12 bars.
# Handy Tips:
01 -
Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling. Crush candy canes just before topping to maintain crispness. Chilling overnight improves texture.
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Line the pan with parchment paper to facilitate easy removal of bars.