Spicy Caramel Mint Choco Cheesecake Truffle Delight

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Ingredients

Chilli Pepper & Caramel Base

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground chili pepper
• 6 tablespoons melted butter
• 1/4 cup caramel sauce

Mint Chocolate Chip Filling

• 24 ounces Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese (3 containers)
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon mint extract
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips
• Green food coloring

Cheesecake Truffle Topping

• 8 ounces Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese (1 container), softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup finely chopped chocolate (for rolling)

Instructions

Chilli Pepper & Caramel Base

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and ground chili pepper.
3. Add melted butter and caramel sauce; stir until well combined.
4. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
5. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool. Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (150°C).

Mint Chocolate Chip Filling

1. In a large bowl, beat the Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese and sugar until smooth.
2. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Mix in sour cream, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and mint extract until fully combined.
4. Fold in mini chocolate chips and add a few drops of green food coloring until desired color is reached.
5. Pour filling over the cooled crust.
6. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set. Cool and then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Cheesecake Truffle Topping

1. In a medium bowl, beat the Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
2. Add heavy cream and vanilla extract, beating until light and fluffy.
3. Using a small scoop, form truffle-sized balls from the mixture and roll them in finely chopped chocolate.
4. Place the truffles on top of the chilled cheesecake.

Serving

1. Carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and place it on a serving plate.
2. Arrange cheesecake truffles decoratively on top and around the edges.
3. Drizzle some extra caramel sauce on top if desired.
4. Slice and enjoy your Spicy Caramel Mint Choco Cheesecake Truffle Delight!