Description
Creamy pina colada cheesecake mousse brings tropical paradise directly to dessert lovers’ spoons. Coconut, rum, and pineapple dance together in this luxurious no-bake treat that delivers Caribbean-inspired sweetness with effortless elegance.
Ingredients
Scale
Crumble Base:
- 9 graham crackers
- 1.5 cups (360 ml) sweetened shredded coconut
- 6 tablespoons (90 ml) butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) sugar
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese
- 1 ¼ cups (300 ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (120 ml) fresh pineapple, finely diced
- 1 cup (240 ml) powdered sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
- Fresh pineapple for garnish
- Fresh cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs within a sealed plastic bag, ensuring uniform texture.
- Transfer crumbs to a mixing bowl and incorporate granulated sugar, melted butter, and shredded coconut, stirring until the mixture resembles moist sand.
- Distribute the crumb mixture evenly across a rimmed baking sheet, creating a thin layer for consistent toasting.
- Roast in a preheated oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes, gently stirring midway to prevent burning and achieve golden-brown coloration.
- Remove crumble and allow to cool completely at room temperature, which will enhance its crisp texture.
- Whip heavy cream in an electric mixer until soft peaks form, gradually introducing powdered sugar and vanilla extract while continuing to beat until stiff peaks develop.
- Transfer whipped cream to a separate container and refrigerate to maintain its structure.
- Clean mixer bowl and beat cream cheese until smooth and free of lumps.
- Blend remaining powdered sugar and vanilla extract into the cream cheese, creating a uniform, creamy consistency.
- Gently fold diced pineapple into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Incorporate half of the reserved whipped cream into the pineapple-cream cheese base, using delicate folding motions to preserve airiness.
- Construct dessert layers by sprinkling a base of toasted crumble in individual serving dishes.
- Carefully pipe or spoon the pineapple cheesecake mousse atop the crumble foundation.
- Crown each dessert with remaining whipped cream for an elegant finish.
- Embellish with fresh pineapple chunks and a maraschino cherry as a vibrant garnish.
Notes
- Tropical dessert blends creamy cheesecake with bright pineapple in a dreamy, no-bake mousse.
- Crunchy coconut graham cracker base provides delightful texture contrast against silky smooth filling.
- Whipped cream and cream cheese create an airy, light dessert perfect for summer gatherings or quick sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Drinks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg