Description
Caramel-glazed pineapple upside-down cheesecake brings classic dessert flavors into a creamy, rich masterpiece. Layers of sweet fruit and tangy cream cheese create a memorable dessert experience you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 24 ounces cream cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (225 grams) packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (115 grams) sour cream
- 10 canned pineapple slices
- 13 maraschino cherries
Crust and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup (134 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons (24 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (112 grams) packed light brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons (39 grams) sugar
Liquid and Flavor Ingredients:
- 7 tablespoons (98 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 6 tablespoons pineapple juice
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C), ensuring a consistent temperature for perfect baking.
- Create a caramelized base by sprinkling brown sugar and sugar evenly across the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Carefully position pineapple slices and cherries atop the sugar layer, creating an attractive decorative pattern.
- Craft the crust by thoroughly combining graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, then firmly pressing the mixture into the pan’s bottom.
- Whip cream cheese and brown sugar together until achieving a silky, smooth consistency without lumps.
- Incorporate flour, sour cream, pineapple juice, and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture becomes uniformly blended.
- Gently introduce eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed to maintain the batter’s delicate texture.
- Delicately pour the prepared cheesecake mixture over the pineapple-lined crust, ensuring even distribution.
- Bake for approximately 60 minutes, monitoring until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours to set and develop optimal flavor.
Notes
- Caramelize Sugar Slowly melt brown sugar and butter to create a rich, golden base that prevents sticking and adds deep flavor complexity.
- Fruit Placement Gently arrange pineapple slices and cherries in an artistic pattern to ensure even coverage and beautiful presentation.
- Prevent Cracking Bake cheesecake in a water bath or use low, consistent temperature to minimize surface cracks and maintain creamy texture.
- Dietary Modifications Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives or use almond flour for a low-carb version that maintains delicious taste profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 404
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 202mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg