Description
A luscious cheesecake with a coconut-infused filling, a buttery graham cracker crust, and a creamy coconut topping. Perfect for coconut lovers!
Ingredients
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- For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut, toasted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup coconut cream (not coconut milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (helps prevent cracking)
- For the Coconut Topping:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, toasted coconut, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
- 2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- 4. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- 5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- 6. Stir in coconut cream, vanilla extract, and cornstarch until fully combined.
- 7. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
- 3. Bake the Cheesecake:
- 8. Place the cheesecake in a water bath (wrap the pan in foil and place it in a larger pan filled with an inch of hot water).
- 9. Bake for 55-65 minutes, until the center is just set.
- 10. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- 11. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- 4. Make the Coconut Topping:
- 12. Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- 13. Spread over the cooled cheesecake and top with toasted coconut flakes.
Notes
- For extra coconut flavor, add ½ tsp coconut extract to the filling.
- To toast coconut, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Use full-fat coconut cream for the best texture—avoid coconut milk, as it’s too thin.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg