Pina Colada Cheesecake Bars Recipe

Escape to paradise with these dreamy Pina Colada Cheesecake Bars! Inspired by a Cooking Light recipe (March 2007), this recipe delivers creamy, dreamy cheesecake goodness with a delightful coconut-pineapple topping. Allow ample chilling time for the ultimate texture.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 63 mins
Calories 104.5 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pina Colada Cheesecake Bars

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How to Make Pina Colada Cheesecake Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. **Crust:** In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, ½ cup shredded sweetened coconut, ¼ cup sugar, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Add ¼ cup (½ stick) melted unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons coconut oil, and 1 tablespoon water to the crumb mixture.
  4. Toss until evenly moistened.
  5. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8x8 inch baking pan coated with cooking spray.
  6. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  7. **Filling:** In a food processor, combine 16 ounces (2 cups) small-curd cottage cheese, 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), ½ cup sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon rum extract (optional), ¼ cup pineapple juice, and 2 tablespoons shredded sweetened coconut. Process until completely smooth and creamy.
  8. Add 2 large egg whites (or 4 tablespoons egg substitute) and process until just combined.
  9. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
  10. Bake for 33-35 minutes, or until the filling is set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  11. Let cool completely on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cheesecake to fully chill and set.
  13. **Topping:** Before serving, top with ¼ cup drained crushed pineapple and 2 tablespoons shredded sweetened coconut.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

10g

Carbs

4g