HAWAIIAN CHEESECAKE

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A TASTE of the tropics is as close as your kitchen, thanks to the delectable dessert here! To complement Michele Crawford's exotic party projects, CT's cooks baked a creamy cheesecake on a coconut crust. Then they covered their confection with a homemade pineapple sauce for fresh fruit flavor. A colorful edible orchid tops off this tempting treat that's a breeze to prepare. Just follow the recipe below!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-3/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut
2 tablespoons butter, melted
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
PINEAPPLE SAUCE:
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 cans (8 ounces each) crushed pineapple, undrained
1 drop yellow food coloring
Fresh mint and edible orchids for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the coconut and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sugar and flour until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in sour cream and vanilla until blended. Pour filling onto crust. , Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until center is almost set (top of cheesecake may crack). Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight., For sauce, combine the sugar and cornstarch in a large saucepan. Stir in the pineapple. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add food coloring if desired. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Spread pineapple sauce over cheesecake. Garnish with mint and orchids if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 18g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 137mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Kraig Ray
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cheesecake didn't turn out. The crust was too crumbly and the filling was too runny. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Judeson Corielan
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This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The crust was nice and crispy, and the filling was creamy and smooth. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar in the filling next time.


Ashley Ward
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This cheesecake is so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! The crust was the perfect combination of sweet and salty, and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I loved the pineapple and macadamia nuts - they added a nice Hawaiian touch. I will


Medhi Da dix
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I was skeptical about this recipe because I'm not a big fan of pineapple, but I was pleasantly surprised. The pineapple flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and the macadamia nuts added a nice crunch. The cheesecake was also very creamy and delici


Libra Lady1012
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This cheesecake is amazing! The crust is the perfect balance of sweet and salty, and the filling is rich and creamy. I loved the addition of pineapple and macadamia nuts - they really gave the cheesecake a unique Hawaiian flair. I will definitely be


yassolouay2010
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This cheesecake is so delicious and creamy. I love the pineapple and macadamia nuts - they add a nice crunch and flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Nahid Hussen
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I love this cheesecake! It's the perfect dessert for any occasion. I especially love the pineapple and macadamia nuts - they add a nice tropical touch.


Njabulo Jali
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This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner like me. The cheesecake turned out perfectly and it was a big hit at my party. I will definitely be making this again.


Maghan Taylor
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cheesecake didn't turn out. The crust was too crumbly and the filling was too runny. I'm not sure what went wrong.


MD. Raihan
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This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The crust was nice and crispy, and the filling was creamy and smooth. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar in the filling next time.


Jackie Perry
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This cheesecake was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! The crust was the perfect combination of sweet and salty, and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I loved the pineapple and macadamia nuts - they added a nice Hawaiian touch. I wil


Chloe Green
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This cheesecake was amazing! The crust was the perfect balance of sweet and salty, and the filling was rich and creamy. I loved the addition of pineapple and macadamia nuts - they really gave the cheesecake a unique Hawaiian flair. I will definitely


Khattak Boy
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of pineapple, but I'm so glad I did! The pineapple flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and the macadamia nuts added a nice crunch. The cheesecake was also very creamy and delici


Muhmad Shkar
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This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. The flavors were amazing - the pineapple and macadamia nuts added a nice tropical touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Marvi Baloch
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I've made this cheesecake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The crust is the perfect balance of sweet and salty, and the filling is rich and creamy. I love the addition of pineapple and macadamia nuts - they really give the cheeseca


Fikru Agegn
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This cheesecake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the tropical flavors. I will definitely be making this again.


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