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Peppermint Holiday Bars

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Indulge in these creamy Peppermint Holiday Bars, featuring layers of sweetened cream cheese and rich white chocolate, perfect for festive gatherings.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 140 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup crushed graham crackers
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • Red and green food coloring (optional)
  • Crushed peppermint candies (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Make the crust: Mix crushed graham crackers with melted butter until combined. Press into a greased 8×8-inch baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes. Let cool.
  2. Prepare the filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and beat until fluffy.
  3. Melt the chocolate: Heat white chocolate chips in the microwave in bursts, stirring until smooth and lukewarm.
  4. Combine the filling: Fold melted white chocolate and peppermint extract into the cream cheese mixture until well incorporated.
  5. Add color (optional): Divide the filling, adding red food coloring to one half and green to the other. Fold gently until desired shades are achieved.
  6. Layer in the dish: Spread a layer of red filling over the cooled crust, followed by the green layer. Chill for at least 2 hours.
  7. Serve and garnish: Cut into squares and top each square with crushed peppermint candies. Enjoy!

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to a week. These bars can be made a few days in advance for best flavor.

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