Description
Creamy New York-style pineapple cheesecake delivers tropical paradise on a plate. Rich cream cheese melts with sweet caramelized pineapple, offering pure indulgence that sweeps you into delightful dessert bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 20 ounces (567 grams) crushed pineapple, drained
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cool whip
- 2 cups (240 grams) powdered sugar
Crust Ingredients:
- 2 ½ cups (300 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Binding/Additional Ingredients:
- ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup reserved crushed pineapple
Instructions
- Craft the foundational graham cracker base by thoroughly incorporating melted butter into the crumbs, creating a cohesive mixture that will form a sturdy crust.
- Transfer the buttery crumb blend into a 9×9 inch baking vessel, pressing firmly to establish an even, compact layer that will anchor the dessert’s structure.
- Carefully toast the crust in a preheated 350°F oven for approximately 9 minutes, allowing it to develop a golden, crisp texture before removing and permitting complete cooling.
- Meticulously drain the crushed pineapple, eliminating excess moisture to prevent potential sogginess in the final dessert.
- Utilize a stand mixer to whip softened cream cheese and butter until achieving a silky, uniform consistency that promises a luxurious mouthfeel.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar into the cream cheese mixture, continuously blending until achieving a smooth, lump-free texture.
- Gently fold three-quarters of the drained pineapple into the cream cheese blend, distributing the fruit evenly to ensure balanced flavor in every bite.
- Delicately spread the pineapple-infused cream cheese layer across the cooled crust, creating an even, attractive surface.
- In a separate bowl, tenderly combine cool whip with the remaining pineapple, blending until harmoniously integrated.
- Elegantly layer the cool whip mixture atop the cream cheese foundation, creating a light, airy complementary tier.
- Sprinkle the remaining graham cracker crumbs over the top, adding a delightful textural contrast and visual appeal.
- Encase the dessert in plastic wrap and allow it to rest in the refrigerator overnight, enabling the flavors to meld and the layers to set perfectly.
- When ready to serve, slice into precise squares and present chilled, offering a refreshing and indulgent tropical-inspired treat.
Notes
- Secretly drain pineapple chunks thoroughly to prevent soggy layers and maintain perfect cheesecake texture.
- Chilling overnight allows flavors to meld and develop a rich, creamy consistency that melts in your mouth.
- Graham cracker topping adds delightful crunch, creating a delicious contrast against smooth cream cheese and silky cool whip layers.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg