Description
Pineapple Coconut Cheesecake Bars are a delightful tropical treat that combines creamy cheesecake with the bright flavors of pineapple and coconut. Perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion, these bars offer a refreshing dessert experience that will leave your guests asking for more. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious filling, each bite is like a mini vacation for your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pineapple chunks, well-drained
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into an 8×8-inch baking dish lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sugar until fluffy.
- Fold in pineapple chunks and coconut flakes. Add eggs one at a time and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Pour filling over the cooled crust and bake for 25-30 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool at room temperature then refrigerate for at least two hours before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg