Tropical Cheesecake Delight: The Ultimate Easy Recipe
Indulge in a Tropical Cheesecake Delight that combines zesty key lime and creamy piña colada flavors for a dessert that transports you to paradise with every bite. Perfect for summer parties or cozy treats.
Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes minutes
Chilling Time: 6 hours hours
Total Time: 7 hours hours 20 minutes minutes
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 280kcal
Cost: $20
Mixing bowls
Electric mixer
Spatula
9-inch springform pan
Whisk
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup coconut cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ cup pineapple juice (fresh or canned)
- ½ cup crushed pineapple, drained
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, sugar, and cinnamon until combined.
Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden. Let it cool.
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
Add sour cream and sweetened condensed milk, mixing until silky.
Stir in key lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream, coconut cream, and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Gently fold in pineapple juice and crushed pineapple.
Spread piña colada fluff over the cheesecake and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
Before serving, add whipped cream, lime wedges, shredded coconut, pineapple chunks, and maraschino cherries.
Use room-temperature ingredients for smoother mixing. Don’t skip the chilling time to ensure the layers set properly. Toasting the shredded coconut in the crust can add extra flavor. For a healthier alternative, consider using low-sugar ingredients and dairy-free options.
Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 230mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 4mg