Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment and spray with baker's spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together brownie mix, eggs, oil, and water until no lumps remain. Do not overmix.
- Transfer the brownie batter to the prepared pan and bake for 30-32 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the brownie crust to cool completely on the counter before preparing the cheesecake layer.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese on medium-high for 1-2 minutes until fluffy.
- Add powdered sugar and beat until combined.
- Mix in mint extract, vanilla, and green food coloring on low speed until uniformly green.
- Fold in thawed whipped topping and chopped Thin Mint cookies until evenly distributed.
- Spread the cheesecake mixture over the cooled brownie crust using an offset spatula.
- Heat semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream for 1 minute in microwave; stir until smooth and add mint extract.
- Pour ganache over the cheesecake layer and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
- Run a knife around the edges, then pipe whipped topping around the outer edge.
- Garnish with halved Thin Mint cookies and sprinkles before serving.
Notes
This cheesecake is perfect for mint lovers and combines the richness of chocolate with refreshing mint.
