Tropical Paradise Mango Cheesecake

 

🥭 Tropical Paradise Mango Cheesecake 🍰

Bring a taste of the tropics to your table with this creamy, mango-filled cheesecake! With a graham cracker crust, smooth mango cheesecake filling, and a fresh mango topping, it’s a perfect choice for any occasion.

Ingredients

Crust:

2 cups graham cracker crumbs 🍪

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 🧈

1/4 cup granulated sugar 🍬

Cheesecake Filling:

24 oz (3 packages) cream cheese, softened 🧀

1 cup granulated sugar 🍬

1 tsp vanilla extract 🌿

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 🍋

1 cup heavy cream 🥛

2 large ripe mangoes, peeled and diced 🥭 (divided)

Mango Topping:

1 tbsp unflavored gelatin 🌿

1/4 cup water 💧

Fresh mango slices or mint leaves for garnish (optional) 🍃

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Crust:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar in a bowl.

Press mixture into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool completely.

2️⃣ Make the Cheesecake Filling:

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add 1 cup of sugar, mixing well.

Add vanilla extract and lemon juice. Pour in heavy cream and beat on high until light and fluffy.

3️⃣ Incorporate the Mango:

Puree half of the diced mangoes until smooth and fold into the cheesecake mixture.

Spread filling over cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

4️⃣ Prepare the Mango Topping:

Puree the remaining mangoes. In a small saucepan, dissolve the gelatin in water over low heat. Stir into the mango puree.

Let cool slightly, then spread over the chilled cheesecake. Refrigerate for another 2 hours to set.

5️⃣ Serve:

Once set, remove from the springform pan. Garnish with fresh mango slices or mint leaves if desired. Slice and enjoy chilled!