Description
Indulge in this creamy, rich tropical cheesecake that combines pineapple and creamy cheesecake flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pineapple puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup pineapple glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Mix the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter and press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in the pineapple puree and vanilla extract.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until set.
- Let it cool slightly, then spread sour cream on top of the cheesecake.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
- Before serving, top with chopped nuts, shredded coconut, and drizzle with pineapple glaze.
Notes
For a stronger pineapple flavor, add more pineapple puree or use fresh pineapple. You can toast the nuts and coconut for added flavor before topping the cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: cheesecake, pineapple, tropical dessert, easy dessert, party dessert