Pink Snickers Cheesecake (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (graham crackers or crushed Oreos).
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⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted.
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips.
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3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened.
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1 cup powdered sugar.
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1 tsp vanilla extract.
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½ cup heavy cream.
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1 cup chopped Snickers bars (reserve some for garnish, optional).
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Pink food coloring (gel or liquid).
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Whipped cream (for topping).
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M&Ms (for topping).
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Chopped Snickers bars (optional, for topping).
Instructions:
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Grind the chocolate cookies into crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed bag and crushing them with a rolling pin.
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Combine the crumbs with melted butter and mix well.
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Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
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Chill the crust in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to set.
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In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the chocolate chips, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
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Remove the saucepan from heat and let the melted chocolate cool slightly.
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With an electric mixer, whip the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until smooth and creamy.
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Slowly add the cooled chocolate to the cream cheese mixture, beating until well combined.
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Gently fold the chopped Snickers bars into the chocolate mixture.
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In a small bowl, mix a few drops of pink food coloring into a bit of the chocolate mixture. Stir well.
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Add the pink-colored mixture back to the main bowl, mixing after each addition, until the desired shade of pink is achieved.
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In another bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.
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Gently fold the whipped cream into the pink chocolate mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
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Pour the pink chocolate filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
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Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until completely set.
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Once chilled, remove the cheesecake from the pan.
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Garnish with whipped cream, colorful M&Ms, and additional chopped Snickers bars if desired.
Notes:
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This no-bake cheesecake is easy to prepare and perfect for parties.
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For a more vibrant color, use gel food coloring.
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Chill the cheesecake overnight for best results.