Layers of creamy mint cheesecake and a soft chewy brownie will make this Thin Mint Cheesecake Brownie Cake your new favorite dessert to share with friends. If you can…
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It is officially cookie season. Yes, I realize that we just technically left cookie season behind. I’m not talking about holiday cookies though.
It’s that time of year when those cute little girls come up to you with those big eyes and ask you to spend all your hard earned cash on tiny little boxes of cookies. You know what I’m talking about, right?
I have no trouble saying no to the parents or teenagers that ask me to buy cookies. It’s those little bitty girls with their sweet smiles and big eyes that get me. I mean, how do you say no to that?
Yesterday, I had a few older girls ask at church. Not gonna lie. It was easy to say no. The table of bigger girls at the grocery store were easy to avoid too. Just keep your head down and bolt for the open grocery store door. Check and check.
There is one other family at church with a little brown haired girl that is selling cookies. I’m telling you, if she asks, I’m going to be a goner because she is such a cutie.
Lucky for me (and my wallet) I got through another Sunday without seeing her cute little eyes. I guess that is one of the benefits about helping in one of the nursery classes. By the time I get out of there, everyone has already left the building. Hooray! My wallet is safe for one more day…
Do you have a favorite girl scout cookie? Over the years of trying them, I have to say the mint and caramel are still my top two favorites.
The peanut butter is a very close second because chocolate and peanut butter will just always be a favorite. Thank goodness they are only sold for a few weeks out of the year.
Although, now most cookie companies have capitalized on these flavors and sell knock-offs all year long. That’s not good for my wallet…or my thighs.
One year I even made these Homemade Samoa Bars. It’s even harder to avoid the cookie temptations when you have a big pan of goodness on your own counter.
A few years ago I made this Andes Mint Cheesecake Brownie Pie, so I decided to make another version. This time around I went with a pretty layered cake that would show off the layers of homemade brownies and creamy no bake thin mint cheesecake.
Do mint desserts taste like toothpaste?
They really do NOT taste like toothpaste if you limit the amount of mint extract in a recipe. Mixing it with vanilla also helps.
Although, let’s talk about mint extract for just a minute. Some people are much more aware of the flavor, so they think mint desserts tastes like toothpaste. Then there are others of us who can handle our mint consumption, so we do not think that way.
It’s the same issue with cilantro. I know people who think it tastes like soap, so they cannot eat it.
What it actually comes down to is a genetic issue. Basically the olfactory gene in some people makes them perceive tastes differently. So, unfortunately if you have this gene, yes, any mint dessert will taste like toothpaste. If you have a good gene, mint desserts will taste amazing to you!
Ingredients for a Thin Mint Cheesecake Brownie Cake:
- butter
- cocoa powder
- sugar
- eggs
- flour, salt, baking powder
- chocolate chunks
- cream cheese
- powdered sugar
- mint and vanilla extract
- Cool Whip
- green gel food coloring
- chocolate mint cookies (Thin Mints or Grasshoppers)
- chocolate chips
- heavy cream
- green sprinkles
Tips for baking a Thin Mint Cheesecake Brownie Cake:
- Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper because this will make it easier to remove it later. Make sure to spray the sides of the pan with nonstick baking spray before you spread the brownie batter in it.
- Bake the brownie for 25 minutes. Do not over bake it because you want it to be soft and chewy. Let it cool completely.
- Unlatch the sides of the pan. You may need to use a knife to gently loosen the brownie from the sides. Lift it out and flip it over on a plate, so you can remove the parchment paper. Place it back on the bottom of the springform pan and put the sides back on.
- Beat the cream cheese, sugar, and extracts until creamy. Add some Cool Whip and mix it again.
- Use some green gel food coloring to tint the cheesecake a pretty mint green.
- Chop up 15 mint cookies and stir them into the cheesecake.
- Spread the no bake cheesecake on top of the cooled brownie. Refrigerate the cake for at least an hour to let it set up.
- Run a knife under hot water and dry it off. Use it to run around the edge of the pan and cheesecake, so it comes out easier. Unlatch the pan and lift it out.
- Stir together chocolate chips and warm heavy whipping cream to make the chocolate topping. Let it cool slightly before spreading it on top.
- Use an angled spatula to spread the chocolate out. Feel free to push over the edges if you want drips of chocolate going down the sides. I decided to keep it all on top, so that the layers were the focus!
- Add your cookie decorations before the chocolate sets up completely. Fill in around them with Cool Whip and sprinkles.
Now find some mint loving friends to share this Thin Mint Cheesecake Brownie Cake with before you eat all of it. Believe me, it’s a real struggle.
Can I use whipped cream instead of Cool Whip?
Yes, you can use a homemade stabilized whipped cream in this recipe. It needs to be stabilized in order for it to hold up though. I recommend beating 2 cups heavy whipping cream plus 1/2 cup powdered sugar to make enough whipped cream for this recipe.
What if I do not have a springform pan?
Bake the brownie in an 8×8 pan and add the rest of the layers on top of that. The baking time will be 25-28 minutes for that size pan.
You can also bake this in an 8-inch springform pan. Baking time would be 30 minutes.
Other mint desserts you may like:
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- Chocolate Mint Oreo Fudge – cookie chunks and mint chips make this easy fudge a favorite with everyone
- No Bake Mocha Mint Cheesecake Parfaits – layers of creamy mint and mocha cheesecake mousse make these little desserts so good
- Fudge Mint Gooey Brownie Bars – hot fudge, mint chips, and chocolate cookies make these a serious chocolate dessert
- Mint Brownie Swirl Fudge – swirls of white chocolate fudge and a mint brownie fudge creates a pretty no bake treat
- Mint Chocolate Chip Truffles – a creamy mint chocolate chip center covered in chocolate
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*You can use a stabilized whipped cream in place of the Cool Whip, if you prefer. I recommend beating 2 cups heavy cream with 1/2 cup powdered sugar to make enough for this recipe. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.Thin Mint Cheesecake Brownie Cake
Ingredients
For the Brownie Layer
For the Cheesecake Layer
For the Topping
Instructions
Notes
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
14
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 424 Total Fat: 26g Saturated Fat: 17g Trans Fat: 0g Unsaturated Fat: 7g Cholesterol: 69mg Sodium: 224mg Carbohydrates: 45g Fiber: 1g Sugar: 36g Protein: 5g
Allyson Zea says
I absolutely love cheesecake and this is just screaming my name! I need to try this!
Toni says
This was a huge hit! A new favorite dessert in my house!
Kristyn says
I could devour this!! Mint & chocolate is the best!!
Lexie says
Is there anyway to incorporate real whipped cream instead of Cool Whip?
Jocelyn says
Yes, you can use a stabilized whipped cream in place of the Cool Whip, if you prefer. I hope you enjoy the cake!!!