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Pineapple Right Side Up Cheesecake Recipe

Pineapple Right Side Up Cheesecake Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful combination of pineapple upside-down cake and creamy cheesecake with this Pineapple Right Side Up Cheesecake recipe. A tropical twist on a classic dessert!

Ingredients

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For the crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the topping:

  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 7 pineapple rings (canned or fresh)
  • 7 maraschino cherries

For the filling:

  • 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, well drained

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat oven to 325°F and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper. Wrap the outside with foil for a water bath.
  2. Make the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into pan.
  3. Prepare the topping: Melt brown sugar and butter, pour into crust. Arrange pineapple rings and cherries on top.
  4. Make the filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream, vanilla, and drained pineapple.
  5. Bake: Place pan in a roasting pan with water halfway up the sides. Bake for 55–65 minutes.
  6. Chill: Let cheesecake sit in turned-off oven for 1 hour, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
  7. Serve: Remove sides of pan and invert cheesecake onto a plate before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure crushed pineapple is well drained to prevent excess moisture in the batter.
  • This dessert beautifully marries the flavors of pineapple upside-down cake with velvety cheesecake.

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