Description
A creamy and delicious Coconut Pudding Cheesecake that combines the flavors of coconut and cream cheese for a delightful dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (3.4-ounce) package instant coconut pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- ½ cup shredded coconut, toasted (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the coconut pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Gently fold the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined. Then, fold in the whipped topping until smooth.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Before serving, sprinkle the toasted shredded coconut on top of the cheesecake for garnish. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- For a chocolate twist, use chocolate graham crackers for the crust and add chocolate shavings on top.
- Substitute the coconut pudding mix with vanilla or chocolate for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg