Tropical Fruit Salad Cheesecake
Savor the tastes of summer with this light and creamy Tropical Fruit Salad Cheesecake that will bring a smile to your face! Perfect for any occasion, this dessert is a refreshing treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients:
– 16 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1 cup diced pineapple fresh or canned
– 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup optional, for drizzling
– 1 cup sliced strawberries
– 1 cup diced mango
– 1/4 cup shredded coconut optional
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
– 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions:
1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350F 175C.
2. In a medium bowl, stir together the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until everything is well combined.
3. Firmly press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create a solid crust.
4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, then take it out and let it cool completely.
5. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese using an electric mixer until it turns smooth and creamy.
6. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
7. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Once done, gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well blended and fluffy.
8. Carefully pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, ensuring it is spread evenly across the top. Smooth the surface with a spatula.
9. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until it is fully set.
10. While the cheesecake is chilling, prepare the tropical fruit topping by combining the diced pineapple, mango, strawberries, and sliced kiwi in a bowl. If desired, add the shredded coconut and toss gently to mix.
11. Once the cheesecake has set, remove it from the springform pan. Top it generously with the prepared tropical fruit mixture and drizzle with honey or agave syrup if you like.
12. Slice and serve this refreshing delight, enjoying every bite of tropical goodness!
Nutritional Information:
Estimated serving size: 1 slice based on 12 servings
Calories: 305
Total Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 73mg
Sodium: 190mg
Total Carbohydrates: 30g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 10g
Protein: 4g
Time: Preparation time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Chilling time: 4 hours or overnight