No Bake Pineapple Cheesecake (Printable)

Tangy pineapple meets creamy cheesecake on a buttery crust. No oven required for this refreshing summer dessert.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar

→ Filling

04 - 16 oz cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
06 - 2/3 cup powdered sugar
07 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
08 - 1 1/2 cups crushed pineapple, drained (reserve juice)
09 - 2 tbsp reserved pineapple juice
10 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Topping

11 - 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, well-drained
12 - Whipped cream and fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a bowl. Mix until evenly moistened and texture resembles wet sand.
02 - Press mixture firmly into bottom of 9-inch springform pan. Chill in refrigerator while preparing filling.
03 - Beat softened cream cheese in large bowl until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
04 - Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and reserved pineapple juice. Beat until fully incorporated and smooth.
05 - Fold in drained crushed pineapple until evenly distributed throughout cream cheese mixture.
06 - In separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form, taking care not to overwhip.
07 - Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture using spatula until fully incorporated and no white streaks remain.
08 - Spread filling evenly over chilled crust. Smooth top with offset spatula for even surface.
09 - Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate minimum 4 hours or until completely set and firm.
10 - Top with additional crushed pineapple before serving. Garnish with whipped cream and fresh mint leaves if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The texture is impossibly light, like eating a pineapple scented cloud
  • You can make it entirely ahead, leaving you free until serving time
02 -
  • Drain that pineapple like your life depends on it—excess moisture will ruin the silky texture
  • Room temperature cream cheese is non-negotiable unless you want tiny lumps in your filling
03 -
  • Run a thin knife around the edge of the pan before releasing the springform for clean edges
  • If you're making this for a crowd, double the recipe and make two because one vanishes suspiciously fast

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