Description
Indulge in the tropical delight of Pineapple Heaven Cheesecake, where creamy richness meets the vibrant sweetness of pineapple. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for any occasion, transforming ordinary gatherings into festive celebrations. With its buttery graham cracker crust and luscious filling, each slice promises to transport you to a sunny paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or drained canned)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar until combined. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add remaining sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in pineapple chunks. Pour filling over the crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave cheesecake inside for an hour.
- Cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
- Serve topped with whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (118g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg