Description
This creamy Coconut Cheesecake is a tropical twist on a classic dessert. Made with rich cream cheese, coconut milk, and a buttery graham cracker crust, it’s a dreamy treat for coconut lovers. Top it off with whipped topping and toasted shredded coconut for an irresistible finish!
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Crust:
- 4 tablespoons salted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups graham crackers, crushed
- For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8 ounce) packages of cream cheese, room temperature
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (full fat recommended)
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Optional Toppings:
- Cool Whip or whipped cream
- Shredded coconut (toasted, if desired)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper if desired.
- Make the crust: Combine melted butter and crushed graham crackers in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Set aside.
- Make the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and beat until well combined. Mix in the eggs one at a time, followed by the coconut milk and cornstarch. Beat just until smooth.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust. Smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Cool: Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top and serve: Before serving, spread Cool Whip or whipped cream over the top and sprinkle with shredded or toasted coconut, if desired.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for a creamier texture and richer coconut flavor.
- To toast coconut, place it in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly until golden brown.
- Let the cheesecake cool completely before refrigerating to prevent cracks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: coconut cheesecake, tropical dessert, baked cheesecake, cream cheese dessert, graham cracker crust