A light, creamy, and tropical dessert perfect for any occasion! No oven needed!
📝 Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup (60g) melted butter
- 2 tbsp sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (100g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120g) crushed pineapple (drained)
For the Pineapple Mousse:
- 1 cup (240ml) pineapple juice
- ¼ cup (50g) sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp unflavored gelatin
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream
For Garnish:
- Pineapple slices
- Whipped cream
- Mint leaves
🍳 Preparation Steps
1️⃣ Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a springform pan. Chill for 15 minutes.
2️⃣ Make the Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into the cream cheese mixture. Stir in crushed pineapple. Spread over the crust and refrigerate.
3️⃣ Prepare Pineapple Mousse: Sprinkle gelatin over pineapple juice and let sit for 5 minutes. Heat gently until dissolved. Stir in sugar and lemon juice. Let cool slightly.
4️⃣ Whip and Fold: Beat heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into the cooled pineapple gelatin mixture. Spread over the cheesecake layer.
5️⃣ Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
6️⃣ Garnish & Serve: Top with pineapple slices, whipped cream, and mint leaves. Slice and enjoy!
⏱ Prep Time
- 30 minutes (plus 4 hours chilling)
🍽 Serving Size
- 8-10 servings
📊 Calorie Count
- ~280 kcal per serving
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Would you like any variations, like adding coconut or a different fruit topping? 😊