Mint Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Pie With Chocolate Ganache

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If you are planning to serve more than 4 people i would suggest to make two of these as everyone will want seconds! Plan ahead this needs to chill for at least 3 hours before serving.

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Steps

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In a large mixing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar on medium speed of electric mixer until fluffy.

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Beat in the peppermint extract and food colouring.

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Add in eggs one at a time beating well after each addition.

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Fold in 3 / 4 cup mini chocolate chips.

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Place the crust onto a baking sheet , then pour in the cream cheese mixture.

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Bake at 325f for about 35 minutes or until almost set.

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Cool on rack for about 1 hour.

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Meanwhile in a small heavy saucepan combine 1 / 2 cup chocolate chips and whipping cream.

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Cook and stir over low heat until smooth.

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Spread over cheesecake , then chill for a minimum of 3 hours.

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Store any remaining cake in the fridge.

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Ingredients

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cream cheese, sugar, peppermint extract, green food coloring, eggs, semisweet mini chocolate chips, chocolate wafer pie crust, whipping cream