Line springform pan with foil.

Combine cookie crumbs and melted butter and mix well.

Press crumbs firmly into bottom and partiallu up sides of prepared pan.

Place in refrigerator for 15 minutes to chill.

Beat cream cheese until fluffy.

Slowly add sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract and food coloring and mix well.

Fold in whipped topping and crushed mints .

Pour filling into pan.

Cover with plastic wrap and place in freezer for 6 hours (until firm).

Slice and garnish with crushed mint, whipped cream or chocolate drizzle.