Best 7 Healthier Pineapple Cheesecake Recipes

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Indulge in a tropical paradise with our exquisite pineapple cheesecake, a delightful treat that tantalizes the taste buds and nourishes the body. This healthier version of the classic cheesecake is crafted with wholesome ingredients, striking a perfect balance between indulgence and well-being. Discover the secrets behind this delectable dessert, from the luscious pineapple filling to the creamy cheesecake layer, all nestled in a graham cracker crust. Embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the vibrant flavors of pineapple, the richness of cream cheese, and the harmony of natural sweeteners. Whether you're a cheesecake aficionado or seeking a healthier dessert option, this pineapple cheesecake is sure to captivate your senses and leave you craving more.

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PINEAPPLE-TOPPED NEW YORK CHEESECAKE



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Start spreading the news for Pineapple-Topped New York Cheesecake. This Pineapple-Topped New York Cheesecake is great for a special occasion.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 6h20m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

7 graham crackers, finely crushed (about 1 cup)
3 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 cup plus 3 Tbsp. sugar, divided
4 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1 Tbsp. vanilla
4 egg s
1 can (8 oz.) pineapple tidbits in juice, very well drained
1/2 cup pineapple preserves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325ºF.
  • Mix graham crumbs, butter and 3 Tbsp. sugar; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan. Bake 10 min.
  • Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar with mixer until well blended. Beat in sour cream and vanilla. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating on low speed after each just until blended.
  • Pour batter over crust. Bake 55 min. to 1 hour or until center is almost set. Run knife around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim. Refrigerate cheesecake 4 hours.
  • Mix pineapple and preserves; spread over cheesecake just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Sodium 290 mg, Carbohydrate 31 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 25 g, Protein 6 g

PINEAPPLE CHEESECAKE



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I can't imagine anything more luscious than pineapple and cream cheese together in a beautiful cheesecake! This one is calling my name. Recipe & Photo: kraftrecipes.com

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 6h40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 c honey maid honey grahams, finely crushed (about 7 crackers)
3 Tbsp butter, melted
1 c plus 3 tbsp. sugar, divided
4 pkg (8 oz.ea.) cream cheese, softened
1 c sour cream
1 Tbsp vanilla extract
4 eggs
1 can(s) (8 oz.) pineapple tidbits in juice, very well drained
1/2 c pineapple preserves

Steps:

  • 1. Mix the graham crumbs, butter and 3 Tbsp. sugar; press into bottom of 9-inch springform pan. Bake in a preheated 325-degree oven for 10 minutes.
  • 2. Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar with mixer until well blended. Beat in sour cream and vanilla. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating on low speed after each just until blended.
  • 3. Pour batter over crust. Bake 55 minutes to 1 hour or until center is almost set. Run knife around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim. Refrigerate cheesecake 4 hours.
  • 4. Mix pineapple and preserves; spread over cheesecake just before serving.
  • 5. NOTE: If using dark nonstick springform pan, reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees.

PHILADELPHIA PINEAPPLE CHEESECAKE



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Say hello to your new favorite PHILADELPHIA Pineapple Cheesecake recipe! This PHILADELPHIA Pineapple Cheesecake is super light and creamy, made with PHILADELPHIA cream cheese, crushed pineapple, cinnamon, whipped topping and a packet of gelatin.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 6h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

30 vanilla wafers, finely crushed (about 1 cup)
3 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 env. KNOX Unflavored Gelatine
1 can (8 oz.) crushed pineapple in juice, drained with juice reserved, divided
3 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Mix wafer crumbs, butter and cinnamon; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.
  • Sprinkle gelatine over reserved pineapple juice in small saucepan; let stand 1 min. Cook on low heat 3 min. or until gelatine is completely dissolved, stirring occasionally. Beat cream cheese and sugar in large bowl with mixer until blended. Gradually beat in gelatine mixture until blended. Refrigerate 30 min. or until slightly thickened.
  • Whisk pineapple and COOL WHIP into cream cheese mixture; pour over crust. Refrigerate 5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 280 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

PINEAPPLE CHEESECAKE



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"A co-worker shared the recipe for this easy elegant dessert years ago, and our family has enjoyed it many times since," relates Phoebe Carre of Mullica Hill, New Jersey. Can't find ladyfingers at your grocery store? Make your own using the recipe on page 43.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 packages (3 ounces each) ladyfingers (about 48)
1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Stir in pineapple. Fold in whipped topping. , Place ladyfingers around the sides and on the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Pour filling into pan. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Carefully remove sides of pan. Top with strawberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 13g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

EASY NO-BAKE PINEAPPLE CHEESECAKE



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This popular no-bake pineapple cheesecake is a snap to fix with a creamy filling mixture, crushed pineapple, and a simple graham cracker crust.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dessert     Cakes

Time 2h12m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar ( sifted )
1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple (well-drained)
16-ounces whipped topping

Steps:

  • Cover with plastic wrap and chill thoroughly-at least 2 to 3 hours-before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Sodium 151 mg, Sugar 33 g, Fat 28 g, ServingSize 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

HEALTHIER PINEAPPLE " CHEESECAKE"



Healthier Pineapple

Not a traditional cheesecake, as it contains cottage cheese in place of cream cheese. Much lighter and healthier than cheesecake! Easy to put together. Makes a great summer dessert! Cooking time is chill time in refrigerator.

Provided by Rottmom

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 2h10m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (1/4 ounce) packets unflavored gelatin, 1/4 oz. each
1 cup boiling water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 (16 ounce) container low fat cottage cheese
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice (do not drain)
1 (8 ounce) container whipped topping
1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs

Steps:

  • In blender, combine gelatin, boiling water, vanilla, lemon juice and cottage cheese. Blend until smooth.
  • Stir in pineapple, including juice.
  • Fold in whipped topping.
  • Pour into 9 x 13" baking dish.
  • Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on top.
  • Refrigerate 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.1, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 24.3, Sodium 271.1, Carbohydrate 18.8, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 12.9, Protein 9.7

PINEAPPLE CHEESECAKE



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A delicious blend of pineapple and cream cheese in a graham cracker crust. When ready to serve, pull up a chair and enjoy!

Provided by JAGOE

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 2h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup white sugar
2 (15 ounce) cans crushed pineapple, drained
1 ¾ cups frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix cream cheese and sugar together. Stir in 1 can of pineapple and whipped topping to cream cheese mixture. Mix until smooth.
  • Pour mixture into crust and top with other can of pineapple. Cover and chill for 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.1 calories, Carbohydrate 50.1 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 233.8 mg, Sugar 39.4 g

Tips:

  • For the perfect cheesecake crust, use graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and a pinch of sugar.
  • Be sure to use cream cheese that is at room temperature for a smooth and creamy filling.
  • For a richer cheesecake, use a combination of cream cheese and mascarpone cheese.
  • Add a layer of fresh pineapple slices to the bottom of the cheesecake before pouring in the filling for a tropical twist.
  • Top the cheesecake with additional pineapple slices, whipped cream, or a drizzle of pineapple sauce before serving.

Conclusion:

This healthier pineapple cheesecake is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy filling, tangy pineapple flavor, and graham cracker crust, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit with everyone.

The best part about this cheesecake is that it is healthier than traditional cheesecakes. It is made with lower-fat cream cheese, less sugar, and whole wheat graham cracker crumbs. This makes it a great choice for those who are looking for a healthier dessert option.

So next time you are looking for a delicious and healthier dessert, give this pineapple cheesecake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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