CHEESECAKE WITH PINEAPPLE

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With its make-ahead convenience, this fruit-topped cheesecake often appears on my holiday menus. It never fails to impress guests. -Lorraine Caland, Thunder Bay, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups sour cream
3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
3 to 4 teaspoons grated orange zest
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
5 large eggs, separated
TOPPING:
1/4 cup sugar
4 tablespoons cold water, divided
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 10-in. springform pan; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the sour cream, milk, orange zest and vanilla. Add egg yolks; beat on low speed just until combined., In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into cream cheese mixture. Pour over crust. , Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 70-75 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight. Remove sides of pan., For topping, combine sugar and 2 tablespoons water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in pineapple. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and remaining water until smooth; stir into pineapple mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cool completely. , Spread topping over cheesecake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521 calories, Fat 34g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 190mg cholesterol, Sodium 321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Just Chillin
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This cheesecake is too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


md asif akbar akbar
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I'm not sure why this recipe is called 'pineapple cheesecake'. The pineapple topping is more like a glaze. It's still good, but it's not what I was expecting.


Samuel Peoples
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so delicious!


Nadiifo Axmed
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I love the combination of pineapple and cheesecake. This recipe is a keeper!


Hament Zee
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This cheesecake is a great way to use up leftover pineapple. It's also a very easy recipe to follow.


Bree
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I've made this cheesecake several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Anik Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of pineapple, but I really enjoyed this cheesecake. The pineapple topping is not overpowering and the cheesecake itself is very creamy and flavorful.


Amanda Priscilla
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This cheesecake is so delicious! I love the creamy texture and the tangy pineapple topping.


GAMING SAMI XYZ
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I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cheesecake he's ever had.


Ngozi Idika
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This cheesecake is to die for! The pineapple topping is the perfect complement to the creamy cheesecake filling.


Joseph Lewis
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This cheesecake is amazing! I love the combination of pineapple and cheesecake. It's the perfect dessert for a summer party.


Md rasel Hossain
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I've made this cheesecake several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


PATRICK WAFULA
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This cheesecake is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the creamy texture of the cheesecake and the tangy sweetness of the pineapple topping.


Natasha Mwenda
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I'm not usually a fan of pineapple, but this cheesecake changed my mind! The pineapple topping is perfectly balanced with the creamy cheesecake filling. I loved every bite.


Fazail Ch
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This cheesecake is a must-try for pineapple lovers! The cheesecake is creamy and delicious, and the pineapple topping is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Regina Blackwell
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I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of pineapple and cheesecake. The cheesecake was also very easy to make, which was a bonus.


Kamal Mansour
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This cheesecake is a tropical dream! The pineapple adds a tangy sweetness that perfectly complements the creamy cheesecake filling. I loved the graham cracker crust, it was the perfect base for the cheesecake.