Pineapple Heaven Cheesecake (Print)

Creamy pineapple cheesecake perfect for tropical dessert lovers.

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

→ Filling

03 - 2 cups cream cheese, softened
04 - 1 cup granulated sugar
05 - 2 cups heavy cream
06 - 1 cup pineapple juice
07 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
08 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - 1 packet gelatin

→ Topping

11 - 2 cups pineapple chunks

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
02 - In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
03 - In a saucepan, combine the pineapple juice, powdered sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let it cool.
04 - Dissolve the gelatin in 1/4 cup of cold water, then add it to the cooled pineapple mixture. Stir well.
05 - Fold the pineapple mixture into the cream cheese mixture, then pour it over the graham cracker crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
06 - Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or until set.
07 - Before serving, top the cheesecake with pineapple chunks for garnish.