Description
Creamy no bake orange pineapple swirl cheesecake delivers tropical bliss with minimal effort. Refreshing citrus notes and sweet pineapple create a dessert that delights without traditional baking challenges.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz (2 packages) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
- zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- ½ cup orange marmalade
- whipped cream
- mandarin orange slices
- berries
- fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Crust Preparation: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, pressing firmly into a springform pan. Refrigerate to establish a compact foundation.
- Cream Cheese Fusion: Whip cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth, then gently fold in whipped heavy cream to create a light, airy base.
- Flavor Infusion: Blend orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture. Incorporate drained pineapple pieces, distributing tropical essence throughout the filling.
- Layering and Swirling: Pour the creamy mixture into the chilled crust, interspersing with orange marmalade and pineapple chunks. Use a knife to create an artistic marbled effect, blending colors and flavors.
- Chilling and Setting: Seal the cheesecake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least four hours, allowing the dessert to firm up and meld its complex flavors.
- Final Presentation: Unmold the cheesecake and garnish with billowy whipped cream, fresh pineapple tidbits, mandarin orange segments, mint leaves, and a sprinkle of vibrant berries for a show-stopping dessert.
Notes
- Stabilize Crust Perfectly: Press graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly to prevent crumbling, ensuring a compact base that holds the cheesecake’s weight without falling apart.
- Manage Cream Cheese Texture: Bring cream cheese to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps and achieve a smooth, silky consistency that blends seamlessly with other ingredients.
- Control Moisture Levels: Thoroughly drain pineapple chunks to prevent excess liquid from making the cheesecake watery, maintaining a rich and creamy texture throughout.
- Swirl with Precision: Use a thin knife or toothpick for creating elegant marbled patterns, moving gently to mix orange marmalade and pineapple without over-mixing and losing the distinct swirl effect.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg