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Pineapple Orange Swirl Cheesecake

A creamy cheesecake with a delightful swirl of warm pineapple and orange, perfect for gatherings and reminiscent of summer afternoons.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 1/2 cups graham crackers, crushed into fine crumbs
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
For the filling
  • 3 packages (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
For the pineapple-orange swirl
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, finely chopped Fresh gives the best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice Use fresh-squeezed for better taste.
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional) Helps thicken the mixture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Combine crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar and mix.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream (if using).
Pineapple-Orange Swirl
  1. In a saucepan, combine pineapple and orange juice. Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until soft.
  2. To thicken, mix cornstarch with a little water and add to saucepan. Cook until thickened and then stir in orange zest.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Pour cheesecake filling into the cooled crust, swirl in pineapple-orange mixture.
  2. Bake for 55–65 minutes until edges are set. Cool in the oven for 1 hour, then let cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Notes

For perfect slices, use a hot, clean knife. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days or freeze for longer storage. For best flavor, use fresh ingredients.