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Pineapple Cream Cheesecake Recipe

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Chill Time: 4 hours
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 hours
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Pineapple Cream Cheesecake is rich, creamy, and bursting with tropical flavor! A smooth cream cheese filling with sweet pineapple sits on a buttery graham cracker crust—perfect for summer or any special occasion.


Ingredients

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For the Crust:
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained well
For the Pineapple Cream Topping:

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained well
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat Oven:

    • Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
    • Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Make the Crust:

    • In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
    • Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 8-10 minutes.
    • Let cool while preparing the filling.

Make the Cheesecake Filling:

  1. Mix Cream Cheese & Sugar:

    • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  2. Add Eggs & Sour Cream:

    • Mix in eggs, vanilla, and sour cream, beating until combined.
  3. Fold in Pineapple:

    • Stir in drained crushed pineapple.
  4. Bake the Cheesecake:

    • Pour filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
    • Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but set around the edges.
    • Turn off the oven, crack the door slightly, and let the cheesecake cool for 1 hour inside.
    • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight).

Prepare the Pineapple Cream Topping:

  1. Make the Topping:

    • In a bowl, beat whipped cream, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and pineapple until smooth.
  2. Assemble & Serve:

    • Spread topping over the chilled cheesecake.
    • Garnish with extra pineapple or toasted coconut, if desired.
  3. Slice & Enjoy!

 


Notes

  • For extra stability, bake the cheesecake in a water bath for an ultra-smooth texture.
  • Make it tropical by adding shredded coconut to the crust.

 

  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.