Description
A sweet and refreshing no-bake dessert combining creamy cream cheese with vibrant flavors of orange and pineapple.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup mandarin orange slices
- Fresh mint leaves and berries for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate the crust for 30 minutes to set.
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in the sour cream, vanilla extract, orange juice, and orange zest until fully combined.
- Layer the Cheesecake: Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the chilled crust. Evenly distribute half of the pineapple chunks and mandarin orange slices on top of the mixture.
- Add Second Layer: Pour the remaining cream cheese mixture over the fruit layer.
- Create the Swirl: Drizzle extra orange juice or orange jelly on top and gently swirl with a knife for a marbled pattern.
- Refrigerate: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or until completely set.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, top with whipped cream, pineapple chunks, mandarin orange slices, fresh mint leaves, and berries.
Notes
Allow the cheesecake to set overnight for the best flavor and texture. Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: cheesecake, no-bake dessert, tropical dessert, orange, pineapple