Irresistible Coconut-Pineapple Christmas Cheesecake: 5-Star Magic
A festive Coconut-Pineapple Christmas Cheesecake that combines tropical flavors with creamy cheesecake for a holiday treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs: for the crust
- 1/2 cup melted butter: to bind the crust
- 24 oz cream cheese: softened for smooth texture
- 1 cup sugar: for sweetness
- 3 eggs: to set the filling
- 1 cup coconut milk: for tropical flavor
- 1 cup crushed pineapple: drained for texture
- 1 tsp vanilla extract: for aroma
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut: for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the pan to form the crust.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Stir in coconut milk, crushed pineapple, and vanilla extract.
- Pour filling over the crust. Bake for 50-60 minutes until set.
- Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut on top before serving.
Notes
- Drain pineapple well to avoid excess moisture.
- Use full-fat coconut milk for richer flavor.
- Chill thoroughly for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg