About This Recipe
Paradise Cheesecake is a dessert characterized by its creamy, rich filling typically made with cream cheese, eggs, and sugar, set on a crumb crust. The name often refers to a version that may include tropical flavor elements such as pineapple or coconut.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This recipe produces a dessert with a classic, dense cheesecake texture and a balanced sweetness. The potential inclusion of fruit provides a contrast to the rich filling. It is a structured dessert suitable for various occasions.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, well-drained
Step by Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- To make the crust, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a medium bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake the crust for