Indulge in the tropical paradise of flavors with our Hawaiian Pineapple Cheesecake with Nuts, a culinary masterpiece that captivates the senses and transports you to the sunny shores of Hawaii. This delectable cheesecake features a creamy and tangy pineapple filling nestled on a crisp graham cracker crust, topped with a symphony of crunchy nuts. As you take your first bite, the burst of pineapple awakens your taste buds, followed by the smooth and velvety texture of the cheesecake. The nutty topping adds a delightful textural contrast, creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more.
Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with our comprehensive recipe, which guides you through each step of creating this tropical delight. From the preparation of the graham cracker crust to the crafting of the pineapple filling and the final assembly, we provide detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure your cheesecake turns out perfect. Additionally, we offer variations of the recipe, including a gluten-free option, a no-bake version, and a decadent chocolate ganache topping, allowing you to customize the cheesecake to your liking. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventures, our Hawaiian Pineapple Cheesecake with Nuts recipe will guide you towards creating a masterpiece that will impress your family and friends.
HAWAIIAN CHEESECAKE
A TASTE of the tropics is as close as your kitchen, thanks to the delectable dessert here! To complement Michele Crawford's exotic party projects, CT's cooks baked a creamy cheesecake on a coconut crust. Then they covered their confection with a homemade pineapple sauce for fresh fruit flavor. A colorful edible orchid tops off this tempting treat that's a breeze to prepare. Just follow the recipe below!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the coconut and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sugar and flour until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in sour cream and vanilla until blended. Pour filling onto crust. , Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until center is almost set (top of cheesecake may crack). Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight., For sauce, combine the sugar and cornstarch in a large saucepan. Stir in the pineapple. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add food coloring if desired. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Spread pineapple sauce over cheesecake. Garnish with mint and orchids if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 18g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 137mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
HAWAIIAN CHEESECAKE
Hawaiian cheesecake. A recipe I created. It's delish! It was an instant favorite after the first time trying to make it. Super easy!
Provided by Heather Sury
Categories Desserts Cakes Pineapple Cake Recipes
Time 8h50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Beat cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, sweetener, 1 cup coconut, milk, 1/4 cup pecans, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt together in a bowl until smooth; pour into prepared crust.
- Bake in preheated oven until filling is set and browned slightly around the edges, 35 to 40 minutes.
- Refrigerate cheesecake 8 hours to overnight.
- Spread crushed pineapple evenly over cheesecake and top with whipped topping. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons coconut and 1 tablespoon pecans over the whipped topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46.2 g, Cholesterol 83.6 mg, Fat 30.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 17.5 g, Sodium 318.4 mg, Sugar 38.1 g
HAWAIIAN CHEESECAKE
Make and share this Hawaiian Cheesecake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Diana Adcock
Categories Cheesecake
Time 2h20m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- To make crust: Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Butter a 10-inch springform pan and dust with granulated sugar-knock out excess.
- In a shallow baking pan toast nuts in middle of oven until golden, around 6-7 minutes.
- Be careful though, they can burn fast.
- Finely chop nuts and transfer to a bowl.
- Stir in a pinch of salt and all remaining ingredients except butter.
- Mix well.
- Melt butter and drizzle over crust mixture, tossing with a fork.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared pan and press evenly onto bottom and 3/4 the way up the sides of pan.
- Bake crust in middle of oven for 10 minutes.
- Remove and cool on a wire rack.
- Set aside.
- Reduce oven to 325 degrees.
- To make filling: Peel and core pineapple.
- Cut pineapple into 1/4 inch dice and in a 3 quart saucepan cook with brown sugar over medium low heat, uncovered, for about 40 minutes.
- You want it cooked down and almost dry-on the sticky side.
- In a large bowl beat together the cream cheese and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add creme fraiche and pineapple, beating until well combined.
- Add eggs 1 at a time, beating at low speed after each addition until just combined.
- Pour filling into crust, smoothing top and bake on a baking sheet in middle of oven until filling is set and top is lightly browned, around 80 minutes.
- Transfer cake in pan to a wire rack and cool completely.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill for 24 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Remove cake from fridge, remove plastic wrap and run a knife around sides.
- Remove side of pan and transfer cake to a serving platter.
- In a baking pan toast coconut and 1/4 cup of chopped macadamia nuts, stirring occasionally until golden-around 8 minutes.
- Cool.
- In a bowl stir together sour cream, confectioners sugar, and vanilla.
- Spread sour cream mixture gently over top of cake.
- Sprinkle toasted coconut-macadamia nut mixture over top of sour-cream mixture.
Tips:
- Use fresh pineapple. Fresh pineapple has a brighter flavor and more vibrant color than canned pineapple. If you don't have fresh pineapple, you can use canned pineapple, but be sure to drain it well.
- Toast the nuts. Toasting the nuts will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy. You can toast the nuts in a skillet over medium heat, or in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes.
- Use a springform pan. A springform pan is essential for making this cheesecake, as it allows you to easily remove the cheesecake from the pan once it is baked.
- Chill the cheesecake thoroughly. The cheesecake needs to be chilled for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving. This will allow the cheesecake to set and develop its full flavor.
Conclusion:
This Hawaiian pineapple cheesecake with nuts is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cheesecake is made with a creamy pineapple filling, a graham cracker crust, and a topping of toasted nuts. The cheesecake is easy to make and can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy hosts.
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