Pineapple Cheesecake

Name: Pineapple Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8-10 servings.
Ingredients: 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained; 1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed; 2 packages (3 ounces each) ladyfingers (about 48); 1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced

"A co-worker shared the recipe for this easy elegant dessert years ago, and our family has enjoyed it many times since," relates Phoebe Carre of Mullica Hill, New Jersey. Can't find ladyfingers at your grocery store? Make your own using the recipe on page 43.

Ingredients

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 packages (3 ounces each) ladyfingers (about 48)
1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced

Directions

In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Stir in pineapple. Fold in whipped topping.
Place ladyfingers around the sides and on the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Pour filling into pan. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Carefully remove sides of pan. Top with strawberries.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 255 calories, 13g fat (9g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 81mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

Originally published as Pineapple Cheesecake in Quick Cooking May/June 2002

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176dorothea

Jul 29, 2015

My children and guest just love this I use cherry pie filling.Dorothea
colleenblue

Apr 18, 2015

This is a delicious recipe. I can't find lady fingers in our small town and have used pecan sandie cookies instead. They are a great replacement. A lovely spring dessert.
spraul

Feb 7, 2015

Love it
krissy5872

Apr 24, 2013

I've made this several times and have used a simple graham cracker crust each time (not a fan of lady fingers). Everyone always wants the recipe, there are never any leftovers!
jensweetser

Apr 24, 2012

I made this recipe but substituted graham cracker crust for the lady fingers - it was a big hit!
idrasilva

Jan 12, 2011

the best!!!!!
Patti924

Apr 2, 2009

I made this years ago and everyone LOVES it! I plan to make it for Easter this year. It's especially beautiful if you put in on a pretty cake pedestal and tie a wide colorful ribbon around the cake. Enjoy!