Pineapple Mac Nut Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Pineapple Mac Nut Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 ounces pineapple, canned with juice crushed, canned, unsweetened, undrained; 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs; 1/4 cup butter unsalted; 1/4 cup brown sugar firmly packed; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 each egg whites lightly beaten; 16 ounces cream cheese softened; ⅔ cup sugar; 4 large eggs; 1/4 cup light rum; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 12 ounces coconut grated; 1/2 cup macadamia nuts; 16 ounces sour cream; 1/4 cup sugar plus 2 tablespoons; 1 tablespoon light rum

Servings: persons

20 ounces pineapple, canned with juice crushed, canned, unsweetened, undrained
1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
1/4 cup butter unsalted
1/4 cup brown sugar firmly packed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 each egg whites lightly beaten
16 ounces cream cheese softened
⅔ cup sugar
4 large eggs
1/4 cup light rum
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 ounces coconut grated
1/2 cup macadamia nuts
16 ounces sour cream
1/4 cup sugar plus 2 tablespoons
1 tablespoon light rum

1
Drain the pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup of the juice.
2
Set pineapple and juice aside.
3
Combine vanilla wafer crumbs, butter, brown sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; stir well.
4
Firmly press the crumb mixture on the bottom of a 10 inch springform pan.
5
Brush with egg white; bake at 350F (180C).
6
for 10 minutes.
7
Set aside.
8
Beat cream cheese at medium speed of an electric mixer until light and fluffy; gradually add 23 cup sugar, beating well.
9
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
10
Stir in 1/4 cup rum and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
11
Fold in reserved pineapple, coconut and macadamia nuts.
12
Pour batter into prepared pan.
13
Bake at 350F (180C).
14
for one hour.
15
Remove cheesecake from oven; increase oven temperature to 450F (230C).
16
Beat sour cream at medium speed 2 minutes.
17
Add reserved pineapple juice, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 tablespoon rum; beat 1 minute.
18
Spread mixture on top of cheesecake.
19
Bake at 450F (230C) for 5 minutes.
20
Turn oven off.
21
Partially open oven door and let cheesecake cool in oven for 1 hour.
22
Let cool to room temperature in pan on a wire rack; chill at least 2 hours.
23
Carefully remove sides of springform pan.

1454

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 ounces pineapple, canned with juice crushed, canned, unsweetened, undrained, 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs, 1/4 cup butter unsalted, 1/4 cup brown sugar firmly packed, and more.

Yes, Pineapple Mac Nut 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!

Pineapple Mac Nut Cheesecake

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Variations & substitutions

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