Description
Sunshine-kissed Southern Pineapple Orange Swirl Cheesecake delivers tropical paradise on a plate. Creamy layers and citrus notes dance together, promising a delightful escape you’ll savor with each memorable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) sugar
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) melted butter
Garnish and Optional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Orange and yellow food coloring (optional)
- Pineapple slices, for garnish
- Orange slices, for garnish
- Whipped cream, for garnish
- Mint leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Thoroughly coat a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray and heat oven to 325°F for optimal baking conditions.
- Create a crisp foundation by mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, then firmly press the mixture into the pan’s base, ensuring an even, compact layer.
- Whip cream cheese until luxuriously smooth, gradually incorporating sugar and vanilla extract to develop a rich, creamy texture.
- Gently fold eggs into the cream cheese mixture, one at a time, maintaining a silky consistency while integrating pineapple chunks, vibrant orange juice, and zesty orange zest.
- Separate the batter into two portions, introducing orange and yellow food colorings to create a visually stunning marbled effect when swirled together.
- Carefully pour the two-toned batter into the prepared crust, using a knife to create elegant swirling patterns that will showcase the cake’s artistic design.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, watching for a set center and slight golden edges, indicating the cheesecake has reached perfect doneness.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool for 10 minutes, then delicately loosen the edges with a knife to prevent cracking.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, permitting the cheesecake to firm and develop its full flavor profile.
- Before serving, adorn with fresh pineapple and orange slices, topped with billowy whipped cream and a sprinkle of mint leaves for a tropical presentation.
Notes
- Experiment with different graham cracker alternatives like gluten-free crackers or crushed gingersnaps for diverse dietary needs.
- Opt for low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt to reduce overall calorie content while maintaining creamy texture.
- Chill ingredients beforehand to ensure smoother blending and prevent overbeating during mixing process.
- Use fresh citrus fruits instead of bottled juice for more vibrant, authentic orange and pineapple flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg