This tropical cheesecake is creamy, refreshing, and loaded with luscious pineapple flavor. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a silky pineapple-infused filling, it’s a slice of paradise in every bite!
Ingredients
For the Crust:
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
2 cups cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups pineapple chunks
1 cup pineapple juice
¼ cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 packet gelatin
¼ cup cold water (for gelatin)
Directions
- Prepare the Crust:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Set aside.
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling:
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Prepare the Pineapple Mixture:
In a saucepan, combine pineapple juice, powdered sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Dissolve the gelatin in ¼ cup cold water. Once dissolved, stir the gelatin into the cooled pineapple mixture.
- Combine & Assemble:
Fold the pineapple mixture and pineapple chunks gently into the cream cheese filling until evenly combined.
Pour the filling over the crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Chill & Serve:
Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or until set.
Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan before serving.
Tips:
For a lighter texture, whip the cream just until soft peaks form.
Use fresh pineapple chunks for best flavor, or canned if preferred (drain well).
Garnish with extra pineapple slices or toasted coconut flakes for a tropical touch.
Enjoy Your Slice of Pineapple Heaven!
Tried this recipe? Let me know how it turned out or share your favorite cheesecake toppings in the comments below! 🍍✨