Four of our favorite words come together into one amazing combination of flavor: tropical, pineapple, cheesecake, tart. Put them all together into one dish and something delicious happens! When we think “tropical,” we think warm breezes, cool drinks, and fresh fruit. Pineapple and coconut are delicious on their own, but when added to sweet cream cheese and baked in a tart…well, let’s just say it you’ll want more than just one slice! We can’t always jet off on an island adventure, but we can whip up this sweet treat and dream of a tropical paradise.
Pineapple adds a citrusy zing, and the reserved juices help to counterbalance the creaminess of the cream cheese. The added coconut ensures a tropical flare, but also adds great texture to each bite. All of this cool and sweet filling sits on top of a flaky crust. When it comes out of the oven, it has a golden crust, with slices of pineapple almost floating at the top. It reminds us of sitting on a beach watching a gorgeous sunset…but it’s a dessert! Serve with ice cream, add a touch of whipped cream or simply serve up a single slice for a taste experience you’ll want to repeat again and again.
Ingredients
1 refrigerated pie crust, softened according to its directions
8 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons shredded dry coconut
1 teaspoon coconut extract
1 large egg
1 (16 oz) can pineapple rings, or freshly sliced
4 ounces pineapple juice
2 tablespoons corn starch
2 tablespoons sugar
1 pinch salt
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