PINA COLADA CHEESECAKE

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This is one of Southern Living's top-rated recipes from 2001. Prep time does not include chilling for at least 8 hours.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 10inch cheesecake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 tablespoon sugar
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
5 large eggs
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup cream of coconut
1 cup sour cream
1/3 cup light rum
4 teaspoons coconut extract
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
whipped cream
toasted coconut

Steps:

  • Stor together butter, graham cracker crumbs, chopped pecans and sugar.
  • Press into bottom and 1 1/2 inches up sides of a lightly greased 10-inch springform pan.
  • Beat cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar at medium speed with electric mixer for 3minutes or until fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
  • Add pineapple, cream of coconut, sour cream, light rum and coconut extract.
  • Beat until blended.
  • Pour mixture into crust.
  • Bake at 325°F for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until center is almost set.
  • Cool on a wire rack.
  • For Glaze: Stir together cornstarch and water until smooth.
  • Combine cornstarch mixture with crushed pineapple, sugar and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes or until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
  • Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  • When glaze is cooled, spread glaze over top of cheesecake.
  • Cover and chill for at least 8 hours.
  • Garnish if desired before serving.

RH Efrat Khan
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5 stars! This cheesecake is absolutely delicious! The crust is buttery and flavorful, and the filling is creamy and smooth. The pineapple and coconut flavors are perfectly balanced. I highly recommend this recipe.


Dimuthu Prasad
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This was my first time making a cheesecake and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the cheesecake was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Akram Cell
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I'm not a huge fan of pina coladas, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm glad I did because it was surprisingly delicious! The cheesecake was light and fluffy and the pineapple flavor was subtle but refreshing. I would definitely make this ag


Mdb hossain
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This cheesecake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the tropical flavors and the creamy texture. I will definitely be making it again for my next gathering.


Zain Yhaya
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Just made this cheesecake and it's cooling in the fridge right now. Can't wait to try it! The batter tasted delicious and the crust was easy to press into the pan.


Lucy B Molepo
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Tried this recipe last night and it turned out amazing! I followed the instructions to a T and the cheesecake came out perfect. The only thing I would change is to add a bit more pineapple flavor to the filling. Next time, I'll try adding some crushe


Ghullam Mustafa
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This pina colada cheesecake was an absolute delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced and complemented each other beautifully. The crust was buttery and flavorful and the filling was creamy and smooth. My family and friends raved about it and I wi


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