Chilled Pineapple Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Chilled Pineapple Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2-1/3 cups (550 ml) fine vanilla wafer crumbs; 1/2 cup (125 ml) butter or margarine, melted; 2-1/2 cups (600 ml) crushed pineapple; 2 envelopes (2 tbsp) plus 1 tsp (5 ml) unflavored gelatin; 4 egg yolks, slightly beaten (save egg whites); 1 cup (225 ml) sugar; 2 tsp (10 ml) grated lemon peel; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt; 2 12 oz (336 grm). cartons (3 cups) small curd cream-style cottage cheese; 1 tbsp (15 ml) vanilla; 2 cups (475 ml) heavy cream, whipped; 4 egg whites, stiff beaten

Servings: persons

2-1/3 cups (550 ml) fine vanilla wafer crumbs
1/2 cup (125 ml) butter or margarine, melted
2-1/2 cups (600 ml) crushed pineapple
2 envelopes (2 tbsp) plus 1 tsp (5 ml) unflavored gelatin
4 egg yolks, slightly beaten (save egg whites)
1 cup (225 ml) sugar
2 tsp (10 ml) grated lemon peel
1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt
2 12 oz (336 grm). cartons (3 cups) small curd cream-style cottage cheese
1 tbsp (15 ml) vanilla
2 cups (475 ml) heavy cream, whipped
4 egg whites, stiff beaten

1
Mix crumbs and butter.
2
Press onto bottom and sides of buttered 9 inch springform pan.
3
Drain pineapple reserving syrup.
4
Soften gelatin in 1/2 cup (125 ml) pineapple syrup.
5
In double boiler, combine egg yolks, sugar, lemon peel, salt and 2 tbsp (30 ml) pineapple syrup.
6
Cook and stir over hot, not boiling water 5 to 8 minutes or until like smooth stirred custard (mixture will seem to get thin as it cooks).
7
Remove from heat.
8
Add softened gelatin and stir until dissolved.
9
Add crushed pineapple, cottage cheese and vanilla.
10
Fold in whipped cream, then egg whites.
11
Pour into crumb-lined pan.
12
Chill about 5 hours or until firm.
13
Loosen sides of cheesecake from pan with spatula before removing ring.

1475

kcal

Calories

102

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2-1/3 cups (550 ml) fine vanilla wafer crumbs, 1/2 cup (125 ml) butter or margarine, melted, 2-1/2 cups (600 ml) crushed pineapple, 2 envelopes (2 tbsp) plus 1 tsp (5 ml) unflavored gelatin, and more.

Yes, Chilled Pineapple Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chilled Pineapple Cheesecake

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Variations & substitutions

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