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No-Bake Pineapple Heaven Cheesecake Dessert

This No-Bake Pineapple Heaven Cheesecake is a tropical delight! Creamy, dreamy, and loaded with sweet pineapple flavor, it’s the ultimate dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients
  

  • For the Crust:
  • 2 cups 250g graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup 115g unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup 50g granulated sugar
  • For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 16 oz 450g cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup 100g granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups 360ml heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 1/2 cup 120ml powdered sugar
  • 1 cup 240ml crushed pineapple, drained
  • For the Topping:
  • 1 cup 240ml crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1/2 cup 60g shredded coconut (optional)
  • 1/4 cup 40g chopped pecans (optional)

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Offset spatula

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Crust:
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set.
  3. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
  4. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  5. Whip the Cream:
  6. In another bowl, whip the chilled heavy cream with the powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
  7. Add Pineapple:
  8. Gently fold the drained crushed pineapple into the cheesecake filling.
  9. Assemble the Dessert:
  10. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust.
  11. Add Topping:
  12. Top the cheesecake with an even layer of crushed pineapple. If desired, sprinkle shredded coconut and chopped pecans on top for extra texture and flavor.
  13. Chill and Serve:
  14. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the dessert to set completely. Slice and serve this tropical delight!