Description
Creamy no-bake pineapple heaven cheesecake delivers tropical bliss with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Sweet tangy layers melt together, promising a refreshing dessert escape that delights your taste buds and transports you to a sunny paradise.
Ingredients
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Crust Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup (115 grams) butter, melted
Filling Ingredients:
- 1 (8 ounces / 226 grams) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (14 ounces / 397 grams) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (20 ounces / 567 grams) can crushed pineapple, drained
Topping Ingredients:
- 1 (8 ounces / 226 grams) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
Instructions
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a medium bowl, ensuring a uniform texture.
- Firmly press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 inch pan, creating an even, compact base.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip cream cheese until light and airy, using an electric mixer.
- Gradually incorporate sweetened condensed milk, beating until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add lemon juice and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Gently fold in crushed pineapple and whipped topping, maintaining the mixture’s airiness.
- Spread the creamy pineapple filling over the prepared graham cracker crust, ensuring an even layer.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours to allow the cheesecake to set and flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled for a refreshing and decadent dessert experience.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or gluten-free cookies for a celiac-friendly version.
- Drain pineapple chunks thoroughly to prevent excess moisture that could make the cheesecake watery.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer, more decadent texture and deeper flavor profile.
- Refrigerate overnight for optimal setting and flavor melding, allowing the dessert to develop a more intense taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 377 kcal
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg