Description
Indulge in this delightful Pineapple Upside Down Cheesecake, a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake and sweet pineapple topping.
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream and crushed pineapple until fully incorporated.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the cooled crust. Pour the cheesecake batter over the brown sugar layer, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and crack the door, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- To serve, carefully run a knife around the edges of the springform pan before releasing the sides. Invert the cheesecake onto a serving plate so the crust is on top. Garnish with maraschino cherries if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute low-fat cream cheese and sour cream.
- You can also add toasted coconut flakes on top for extra flavor and texture.
- If you prefer a different fruit, try using peaches or cherries instead of pineapple.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg