🍍🍊 Pineapple Orange Swirl Cheesecake 🍊🍍

🍍🍊 Pineapple Orange Swirl Cheesecake 🍊🍍

A refreshing and delightful tropical cheesecake perfect for any occasion, with vibrant swirls of pineapple and orange flavors. Shared by Recipes by Clare

Ingredients:

Crust:

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/4 cup sugar

1/2 cup melted butter

Filling:

24 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

3 large eggs

1 cup crushed pineapple, drained

1/2 cup orange juice

1 tbsp orange zest

Orange and yellow food coloring (optional)

Garnish:

Pineapple slices

Orange slices

Whipped cream

Mint leaves

Directions:

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.

Prepare the Crust:

Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter.

Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.

Mix the Filling:

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth.

Add vanilla extract and mix well.

Add Eggs:

Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Mix in the crushed pineapple, orange juice, and orange zest.

Color the Batter:

Divide the batter into two separate bowls.

Add orange food coloring to one bowl and yellow food coloring to the other.

Swirl both colored batters together in the crust to create a marbled effect.

Bake:

Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set.

Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then loosen the edges with a knife.

Allow the cheesecake to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Garnish and Serve:

Garnish with pineapple slices, orange slices, whipped cream, and mint leaves.

Slice and serve for a refreshing treat!

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Baking Time: 60 minutes | Cooling Time: 4 hours

Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes

Calories: 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 12 slices

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