Tropical Key Lime Pie Cheesecake Piña Colada

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This Key Lime Pie Cheesecake Piña Colada is a tropical dream come true. The creamy cheesecake filling, with its hint of lime and coconut, is complemented perfectly by the refreshing Piña Colada topping. It’s a decadent dessert that captures the essence of a tropical vacation in every bite.

  1. Ingredients:
    For the crust:
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the cheesecake filling:

  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Piña Colada topping:

  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup coconut cream
  • 1 tablespoon dark rum (optional)
  • Toasted coconut flakes for garnish (optional)

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Stir in sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, coconut milk, crushed pineapple, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Pour the cheesecake batter into the cooled graham cracker crust, smoothing the top. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. For the Piña Colada topping, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the pineapple juice, coconut cream, and dark rum (if using).
  7. Spread the Piña Colada topping over the chilled cheesecake, then garnish with toasted coconut flakes before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (plus chilling time)
Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 10 servings

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