Description
This Tropical Fruit Salad Cheesecake combines a creamy, smooth cheesecake base with vibrant tropical fruits like mango, pineapple, and kiwi for a refreshing twist. Finished with a glossy fruit jam topping and fresh strawberries, it’s a perfect dessert for warm days or special occasions.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup diced mango
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1 cup diced kiwi
Topping
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/4 cup mango or pineapple jam
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cheesecake.
- Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until well combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes to set the crust, then let it cool completely.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in sour cream and heavy cream until the filling is smooth and well combined.
- Fold in the Fruit: Gently fold in diced mango, pineapple, and kiwi into the cheesecake batter, being careful not to overmix to maintain the fruit pieces intact.
- Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour the filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan and spread evenly.
- Bake the Cheesecake: Bake for 60-70 minutes until the cheesecake is almost set but still has a slight jiggle in the center. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door cracked open for one hour to cool gradually.
- Cool Completely: After the oven cooldown, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to allow it to set fully.
- Prepare the Topping: Heat the mango or pineapple jam in a small saucepan until smooth. Let it cool slightly to prepare for glazing.
- Serve: Arrange sliced strawberries on top of the chilled cheesecake, then drizzle with the warmed fruit jam. Slice and enjoy your tropical treat!
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the batter.
- Folding in the fruit gently keeps the cheesecake texture smooth and prevents fruit from sinking.
- Allowing the cheesecake to cool gradually in the oven helps prevent cracking on the surface.
- Use a springform pan for easy removal of the cheesecake.
- Chilling overnight improves the flavor and texture.
