Description
A delightful tropical treat combining the flavors of mango and coconut in a creamy cheesecake.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mango puree (fresh or canned)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin (optional, for firmer texture)
- 2 tablespoons water (if using gelatin)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch 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 an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the sugar and continue to beat until well combined.
- Mix in the vanilla extract, sour cream, mango puree, and lemon juice until smooth.
- If using gelatin, dissolve it in 2 tablespoons of warm water and let it sit for a few minutes to bloom. Then, add it to the mango mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
- Pour the mango cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional hour to cool gradually.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Before serving, garnish with additional shredded coconut or fresh mango slices if desired.
Notes
- For a tropical twist, try adding a layer of fresh mango slices on top before serving.
- You can substitute the sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg