No Bake Pineapple Cheesecake (Printable)

Creamy pineapple filling on graham crust, no oven needed for this refreshing treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

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

→ Filling

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

→ Topping

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

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a bowl. Mix until evenly moistened and Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
02 - Beat the softened cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and reserved pineapple juice. Beat until well combined.
03 - Fold in the drained crushed pineapple into the cream cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
04 - In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
05 - Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated and smooth.
06 - Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the prepared crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
07 - Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
08 - Before serving, top with additional crushed pineapple and garnish with whipped cream and mint leaves, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The filling tastes like a tropical vacation without leaving your kitchen
  • You can assemble it in the morning and forget about it until party time
  • That graham cracker crust gets perfectly firm without any baking fuss
02 -
  • Pineapple holds onto moisture like a sponge, so really press it through a fine-mesh sieve
  • Rushing the cream cheese softening step will leave you with a grainy texture
  • This cheesecake needs the full chilling time or it will collapse when you slice it
03 -
  • Line the bottom of your springform pan with parchment paper for easy removal
  • Room temperature ingredients prevent lumps and ensure silky smooth results

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