Description
A luscious and vibrant cheesecake featuring swirls of fresh mango and pineapple purees atop a classic graham cracker crust, delivering a taste of the tropics.
Ingredients
1 1⁄2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1⁄2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups cream cheese, softened
1 cup of granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 cup of sour cream
1 cup of fresh mango puree
1 cup of fresh pineapple puree
1⁄4 cup powdered sugar (for the swirl)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch detachable mold.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are well covered.
Step 3: Press the graham cracker mix firmly into the bottom of the removable mold prepared to create the base. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and let cool.
Step 4: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Step 5: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, incorporate the sour cream until the mixture is completely combined.
Step 6: Divide the cheesecake mix into two separate bowls. Add the mango puree in one and the pineapple puree in the other.
Step 7: Pour half of the mango cheesecake mix over the cooled base in the detachable mold. Then pour half of the pineapple cheesecake mix on top of the mango layer.
Step 8: Using a knife or a sharpener, gently remove the two layers together to create a marbled effect. Repeat with the rest of the mix.
Step 9: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is firm and the edges are slightly golden. The center can still move around slightly.
Step 10: Turn off the oven and open the oven door. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour to prevent it from cracking.
Step 11: Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let cool completely to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
Step 12: Before serving, sprinkle the top with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and enjoy your delicious Mango Pineapple Cheesecake.
Notes
For an extra tropical kick, you can add a tablespoon of lime juice to each fruit puree. Ensure your cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for the smoothest batter. Do not overmix the cheesecake batter once eggs are added to prevent cracks.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 100mg