Description
Pineapple Coconut Cheesecake Bars are a delightful tropical dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with vibrant pineapple and coconut flavors. These bars are easy to make and perfect for summer gatherings, backyard barbecues, or simply indulging at home. With a crunchy graham cracker crust and a luscious filling, each bite is a refreshing escape to paradise. Impress your friends and family with this irresistible treat that promises to be the star of any dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice (fresh)
- 1/2 cup coconut cream (full-fat)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, mixing well before adding pineapple juice and coconut cream.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently until just blended.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 92g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg