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Jalapeno Popper Potatoes

Jalapeno Popper Potatoes

Creamy pineapple cheesecake with a buttery crust and glossy topping. An easy make-ahead dessert that's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chill Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 24 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple well-drained
  • 1 can crushed pineapple undrained
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Fine-mesh strainer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and sugar, then stir in melted butter.
  3. Press the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and bake for 8-10 minutes.
  4. Let the crust cool completely.
  5. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
  6. Add sugar and vanilla, then mix until fluffy.
  7. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined after each.
  8. Fold in well-drained crushed pineapple gently.
  9. Pour filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
  10. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until edges are set with a slight jiggle in the center.
  11. Allow to cool completely on the counter and then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).
  12. In a medium saucepan, whisk together undrained crushed pineapple, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
  13. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens.
  14. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
  15. Spread the cooled pineapple topping over the cheesecake and refrigerate for an additional 1-2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Be sure to use room-temperature ingredients for a smooth filling.
For a different flavor, try using digestive biscuits or vanilla wafer crumbs for the crust.
This dessert can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen (without the topping) for up to 2 months.
For extra clean slices, run a sharp knife under hot water before cutting.
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