Tropical Cheesecake Recipe π°π΄
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the tropics with this luscious Tropical Cheesecake recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Creamy, fruity, and utterly irresistible, this cheesecake is perfect for dessert lovers of all ages. With a velvety smooth texture and a burst of tropical fruitiness, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household. Plus, it’s easy to make and requires less than 4 hours from start to finish, making it ideal for any weeknight treat or special occasion!
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup margarine
- 1 cup nonfat cottage cheese
- 1 2/3 cups low-fat sour cream
- 1 3/4 cups sugar
- 8 oz cream of coconut
- 1 cup flour
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup unflavored gelatin
- 1/4 cup diced mango
- 1 kiwi fruit, peeled and sliced
- 3 strawberries, sliced
- Fresh mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- Prepare Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup sugar, margarine, and nonfat cottage cheese. Beat at medium speed until smooth. Add flour and stir well.
- Press Crust: Press the mixture into the bottom and 1 2/3 inches up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan coated with cooking spray.
- Bake Crust: Bake the crust at 350Β°F (175Β°C) for 12 minutes. Allow it to cool.
- Lower Oven Temperature: Reduce the oven temperature to 300Β°F (150Β°C).
- Prepare Filling: In a food processor, combine low-fat sour cream, cream of coconut, remaining sugar, eggs, water, and unflavored gelatin. Process until smooth, scraping the sides of the processor bowl as needed.
- Bake Cheesecake: Pour the cheese mixture into the prepared crust. Bake at 300Β°F (150Β°C) for 1 1/2 hours or until almost set.
- Let Cool: Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake stand inside for 1 hour with the door closed.
- Chill Cheesecake: Remove the cheesecake from the oven and cover it. Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Prepare Gelatin Topping: In a small saucepan, combine fruit juice concentrate and 1/2 cup water. Sprinkle gelatin over the mixture and let it stand for 1 minute. Cook over low heat, stirring until the gelatin dissolves. Place the saucepan in a large ice-filled bowl and stir the gelatin mixture for 10 minutes or until cooled to room temperature.
- Top Cheesecake: Pour the gelatin mixture over the chilled cheesecake, spreading it evenly.
- Chill Again: Cover the cheesecake and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours.
- Serve: When ready to serve, garnish the cheesecake with fresh fruit slices and mint sprigs, if desired.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 386.6
- Fat: 17.2g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 69.9mg
- Sodium: 274.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 50.6g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Sugar: 22.7g
- Protein: 8.5g
Tips:
- For a more intense tropical flavor, try using a mixture of different tropical fruits like pineapple, passion fruit, or papaya.
- Make sure to chill the cheesecake for the specified time to allow it to set properly and develop its full flavor.
- Serve slices of cheesecake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
- Feel free to customize the crust by using crushed graham crackers or your favorite cookie crumbs instead of flour.
- Get creative with the garnishes! Along with fresh fruit and mint, you can also sprinkle toasted coconut flakes or drizzle with a mango or raspberry sauce for an extra touch of elegance.
