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This tropical cheesecake combines cream cheese with pineapple juice, crushed pineapple, coconut, dark Jamaican rum, and coconut extract. A vanilla-wafer and coconut crust reinforces the piña colada flavors, while a pineapple topping adds a bright fruity finish.
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Piña Colada Cheesecake
Description
This tropical cheesecake combines cream cheese with pineapple juice, crushed pineapple, coconut, dark Jamaican rum, and coconut extract. A vanilla-wafer and coconut crust reinforces the piña colada flavors, while a pineapple topping adds a bright fruity finish.Ingredients
Directions
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Combine the vanilla-wafer crumbs, coconut, and melted butter and press firmly into a springform pan. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
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Soften the gelatin in the pineapple juice, then heat gently until the gelatin dissolves.
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Beat the cream cheese and 3/4 cup sugar until smooth.
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Beat in the egg yolks, rum, coconut extract, and gelatin mixture.
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Beat the egg whites until firm peaks form and gently fold them into the filling.
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Pour the filling over the prepared crust and refrigerate until set.
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Combine the crushed pineapple, 2 tablespoons sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan.
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Cook until thickened, then cool completely.
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Spread the pineapple topping over the chilled cheesecake before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 470kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 29g45%
- Saturated Fat 18g90%
- Cholesterol 110mg37%
- Sodium 290mg13%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 35g
- Protein 7g15%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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