PINEAPPLE COCONUT CHEESECAKE

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This cheesecake is sure to please! It has a luscious blend of pineapple, coconut and ginger! Adapted from Source magazine put out by Sam's Club. Note: this recipe has been updated and tweeked a little more!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h

Yield 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 17

cooking spray
1 1/4 cups gingersnap crumbs, ground in the food processor (about 25 cookies)
3 1/2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup brown sugar
3/4-1 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups cottage cheese (no-fat or low-fat)
1 1/2 teaspoons coconut extract
3/4 cup neufchatel cheese (1/3 less fat)
2 tablespoons white flour
1 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large eggs (If you want a fluffier cheesecake separate 2 of the eggs, whipping egg whites till soft peaks form a)
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
2 (15 ounce) cans crushed pineapple
6 tablespoons brown sugar
2 pinches ground ginger
1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut, toasted to garnish (or more if desired)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325*F.
  • CRUST: Spray a 9"springform pan with the cooking spray (or you may use 2 8" pie pans). Mix the gingersnap crumbs, butter, and brown sugar; toss with a fork until moist. Press the mix into the bottom and up against the sides of the pan. Bake 10 minutes. Let cool.
  • FILLING: Mix filling ingredients in a food processor. Process until smooth. Pour into the prepared crust. Place the cheese mixture into either the springform pan or into the pie pans.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center barely moves when pan is touched. Cool to room temperature. Cover and chill at least 4 hours.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center barely moves when pan is touched. Cool to room temperature. Cover and chill at least 4 hours.
  • PINEAPPLE SAUCE: Combine pineapple, brown sugar and ginger in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer and cook about 15-20 minutes, stirring occaionally. Cool completely.
  • Spread pineapple sauce over pie and top with toasted coconut. Enjoy!

joy alloysius
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5 stars! This cheesecake is incredible. The flavors are amazing and the texture is perfect. I've made it twice already and it's a hit every time.


Neyaz Mohammad Bawari
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Easy to make and absolutely delicious! The pineapple coconut cheesecake was a hit with my family and friends. I'll definitely be making this again.


dora explora
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This cheesecake is a tropical paradise in a bite! The pineapple and coconut flavors are perfectly balanced, and the crust is the perfect combination of crunchy and flaky. I highly recommend this recipe.


Fahad Blaze
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I was skeptical about the pineapple coconut combination, but I'm so glad I tried it! This cheesecake is amazing. The flavors go together perfectly and the crust is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Alihaseeb Alihaseeb
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This is my new favorite cheesecake recipe! The pineapple coconut flavor is so unique and delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Jiselle Knoeller
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Made this for a potluck and it was gone in minutes! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and the creamy texture of the cheesecake.


Hussain Hassan
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Love this recipe! The cheesecake is always a crowd-pleaser, and the pineapple coconut topping is the perfect summery touch.


Narayan Kandel
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This cheesecake is so good! The pineapple coconut flavor is amazing, and the crust is perfect. I've made it twice already and it's a hit every time.


mdtanzid ahmed
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Easy to follow recipe with delicious results. The cheesecake was smooth and creamy, and the pineapple coconut topping was the perfect finishing touch. Highly recommend!


Hazem Azab
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Followed the recipe exactly and it came out great! The cheesecake was creamy and flavorful, and the pineapple and coconut added a nice tropical touch. Will definitely make this again.


Sherry VanSluytman
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This pineapple coconut cheesecake was a hit at my party! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the crust was the perfect balance of crumbly and flaky. I will definitely be making this again!


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