Description
A tropical twist on a traditional dessert, this creamy pineapple cheesecake is a delightful addition to any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup finely processed macadamia nuts (optional)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 packages (8 oz each) full-fat cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1 tablespoon finely grated lime zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for topping
- 4 tablespoons cold water (divided)
- 1 lime, juiced and zested
- 20 oz can crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch for topping
- Whipped cream and lime zest for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, macadamia nuts, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom and 1 inch up the sides of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
- In a mixer, beat cream cheese and 1 1/4 cup sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, lime zest, vanilla, and salt. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low until just combined. Pour into cooled crust.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes until the center barely jiggles. Cool on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes, then refrigerate overnight.
- In a saucepan, heat 1/4 cup sugar and 2 tablespoons of water until boiling. Stir in pineapple, lime juice, and zest. Whisk cornstarch with remaining water and stir into the pineapple mixture. Cook over medium heat until thickened (about 6 minutes).
- Spread cooled pineapple topping over the cheesecake. Top with whipped cream and lime zest. Serve chilled.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling. Let the cheesecake refrigerate overnight for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: cheesecake, pineapple, dessert, tropical, cake