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A festive, no-bake dessert that combines rich chocolate cookie dough, creamy peppermint cheesecake, and crunchy candy canes—perfect for Christmas parties or cozy winter nights!
Why You’ll Love This
No-bake & easy – Ready in 20 minutes (plus chilling)
Festive flavors – Chocolate + peppermint = holiday magic
Impressive presentation – Looks like a Yule log but requires no baking skills
Kid-friendly – Fun to assemble and decorate
Ingredients
- 1 (16.5 oz) roll chocolate chip cookie dough (or sugar cookie dough for a lighter base)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ tsp peppermint extract (or 1 tsp vanilla if preferred)
- 1 cup crushed candy canes (plus extra for garnish)
- ½ cup chocolate chips, melted (for drizzle)
- ½ cup whipped cream (or whipped topping)
(Optional: Edible glitter, holly-shaped sprinkles, or mint leaves for decor!)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Shape the “Log”
- Roll out cookie dough into a 10×8-inch rectangle on parchment paper.
- Spread whipped cream evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling
- Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract until smooth.
- Fold in ½ cup crushed candy canes.
3. Assemble
- Spread the cheesecake mixture over the whipped cream layer.
- Carefully roll the dough into a log (use the parchment to help).
- Wrap tightly in plastic and refrigerate 2+ hours (or freeze 30 mins for faster setting).
4. Decorate
- Drizzle with melted chocolate and sprinkle with remaining candy canes.
- Add whipped cream “knots” on top to mimic a real Yule log.
Pro Tips
For clean slices: Use a hot knife (dip in warm water).
Extra minty? Add ¼ tsp mint extract to the whipped cream.
Make ahead: Store wrapped in fridge for 3 days or freeze 1 month.
Variations
- Gingerbread Yule Log: Use gingerbread cookie dough + cinnamon-spiced cream cheese.
- Nutty Crunch: Roll log in chopped pistachios or pecans instead of candy canes.
- White Chocolate: Swap chocolate drizzle for melted white chocolate + red sprinkles.
Serving
- Slice diagonally for pretty presentation.
- Pair with: Hot cocoa, coffee, or eggnog!
Yield: 8-10 servings
Festive Bonus: Kids love decorating this with “snow” (powdered sugar) and “berries” (red sprinkles).
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Holiday Cheesecake Cookie Dough Yule Log
Description
A festive, no-bake dessert that combines rich chocolate cookie dough, creamy peppermint cheesecake, and crunchy candy canes—perfect for Christmas parties or cozy winter nights!
Ingredients
-
1 (16.5 oz) roll chocolate chip cookie dough (or sugar cookie dough for a lighter base)
-
8 oz cream cheese, softened
-
¼ cup powdered sugar
-
½ tsp peppermint extract (or 1 tsp vanilla if preferred)
-
1 cup crushed candy canes (plus extra for garnish)
-
½ cup chocolate chips, melted (for drizzle)
-
½ cup whipped cream (or whipped topping)
Instructions
1. Shape the “Log”
-
Roll out cookie dough into a 10×8-inch rectangle on parchment paper.
-
Spread whipped cream evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling
-
Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract until smooth.
-
Fold in ½ cup crushed candy canes.
3. Assemble
-
Spread the cheesecake mixture over the whipped cream layer.
-
Carefully roll the dough into a log (use the parchment to help).
-
Wrap tightly in plastic and refrigerate 2+ hours (or freeze 30 mins for faster setting).
4. Decorate
-
Drizzle with melted chocolate and sprinkle with remaining candy canes.
-
Add whipped cream “knots” on top to mimic a real Yule log.
