MACAROON CHEESECAKE

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No one can resist a slice of creamy cheesecake, especially around the holiday. This version features coconut in the crust and topping. -Tracy Powers, Cedar Springs, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
1/2 cup ground pecans
2 tablespoons butter, melted
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
TOPPING:
1 egg white
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the coconut and pecans; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Beat in extracts just until blended. Pour over crust. Place pan on a baking sheet. , Bake at 350° for 35 minutes. In a small bowl, beat egg white and vanilla until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form. Fold in coconut. Carefully spread over top of cheesecake. , Bake 20-25 minutes longer or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 111mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Chaudhary Dipesh
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This cheesecake is a bit dense, but I like it that way. It's very rich and flavorful.


Juan Bautista
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I love the combination of the macaroon crust and the cheesecake filling. It's a perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


Shanika Douglas
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This cheesecake is a great way to use up leftover macaroons.


Op Mustak
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I highly recommend this macaroon cheesecake. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is sure to please everyone.


Baftie Shehu
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This cheesecake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, holidays, and even just because.


Florence Athieno
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and impressive dessert.


adi hans
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I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but this one is an exception. It's not too sweet and the macaroon crust is a nice touch.


Breezy Knowz
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This cheesecake is so creamy and delicious. I love the macaroon crust, it adds a nice touch of sweetness.


Khouser Khouser
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I highly recommend this macaroon cheesecake. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is sure to please everyone.


anfal uciha
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This cheesecake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, holidays, and even just because.


Ms Mokta
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I love the unique flavor of this cheesecake. The macaroon crust is a nice twist on the traditional graham cracker crust.


Celia C.
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it! The end result is a delicious and impressive dessert that is sure to wow your guests.


Flavia Maria
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I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but this one is an exception. The macaroon crust is so good and the cheesecake filling is perfectly creamy and not too sweet.


Mohammed Abdul Hameed
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This cheesecake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ophelia Munroe
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I love the combination of the macaroon crust and the cheesecake filling. It's a perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


Nina Pantic
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This is the best cheesecake I've ever had! The macaroon crust is so unique and flavorful, and the cheesecake filling is perfectly creamy and tangy.


Nurul Islaem
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I made this cheesecake for my family and they loved it! The crust was perfectly crispy and the filling was smooth and creamy.


SHAHZAD koko
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This macaroon cheesecake was a hit at my party! The combination of the two desserts was perfect, and the cheesecake was so creamy and delicious.