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Piña Colada Cheesecake Mousse

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A creamy tropical cheesecake mousse layered with toasted coconut-graham crumble, fresh pineapple, and fluffy whipped cream. It delivers all the flavors of a piña colada in an easy individual dessert.

Ingredients

  • 9 graham crackers (finely crushed)
  • 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 1/4 cups heavy cream (or chilled coconut cream)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (split into two equal parts)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (divided)
  • 1/2 cup fresh pineapple (finely diced)
  • Fresh pineapple chunks, for garnish
  • Cherries, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the oven to 350°F. In a bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, shredded coconut, sugar, and melted butter until well blended. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until toasted. Let cool completely.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until it begins to thicken. Gradually add 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Continue whipping until stiff, fluffy peaks form, then refrigerate.
  3. Using the same mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in the remaining 1/2 cup powdered sugar and remaining 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Gently stir in the diced pineapple.
  4. Fold half of the chilled whipped cream into the pineapple cream cheese mixture until light, smooth, and evenly combined.
  5. Divide the toasted coconut-graham crumble among serving glasses. Spoon or pipe the pineapple cheesecake mousse over the crumble, then top with the remaining whipped cream. Garnish with fresh pineapple, cherries, and a little extra crumble before serving.

Notes

  • Chilled coconut cream can be substituted for heavy cream for a stronger coconut flavor.
  • Allow the toasted crumble to cool completely before assembling so it stays crisp.
  • For the best texture, keep the mousse chilled until ready to serve.

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