How to Make Piña Colada Cheesecake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Indulge in the tropical flavors of the Caribbean with this irresistibly delicious Piña Colada Cheesecake recipe. This decadent dessert combines the creamy richness of a classic cheesecake with the refreshing taste of coconut and pineapple, reminiscent of a beloved summer cocktail. Whether you're hosting a special occasion or simply craving a delightful treat, this sensational dessert is sure to impress and satisfy your sweet tooth.

With a buttery graham cracker crust, a velvety smooth...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups vanilla wafer crumbs
  • 1 cup flaked coconut, toasted
  • ½ cup butter or margarine, melted
  • 1 (6 ounce) can pineapple juice
  • 1 (.25 ounce) envelope unflavored gelatin
  • 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup dark Jamaican rum
  • ¾ teaspoon coconut or vanilla extract
  • 2 cups frozen non-dairy whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted flaked coconut

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 6 hrs 5 mins
  • Total Time: 6 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 1 (9-inch) cheesecake

  • Combine crumbs, coconut, and butter in medium bowl. Press mixture on bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill.
  • Pour juice into small saucepan. Sprinkle gelatin over juice; let stand 5 minutes to soften gelatin. Cook and stir over medium heat until gelatin dissolves; remove from heat. Set aside.
  • Beat together cream cheese and 3/4 cup sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Beat in gelatin mixture until well blended. Beat in rum and coconut extract until smooth and blended. Gently fold in whipped topping. Spoon into prepared crust. Chill 6 hours or overnight until set.
  • Combine undrained pineapple, cornstarch, and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in a small saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture boils and slightly thickens. Chill. Spoon over top of cheesecake before serving. Garnish with additional toasted coconut, if desired.
  • Nutrition

    620 cal.

    • Total Fat: 39g
    • Saturated Fat: 24g
    • Cholesterol: 98mg
    • Sodium: 370mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 58g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 34g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 64mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 158mg