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Dragon Fruit Cheesecake

Delight in No-Bake Dragon Fruit Cheesecake Bliss

Experience the vibrant flavors of Dragon Fruit Cheesecake, a refreshing twist on a classic dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Freezing Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups Graham Crackers Opt for gluten-free crackers if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Brown sugar offers a richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Melted; coconut oil works for dairy-free.
For the Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Softened for a smooth texture.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Consider whipped coconut cream for dairy-free.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Can substitute with almond extract.
  • 2 tbsp Unflavored Gelatin Agar-agar is a vegetarian substitute.
For the Dragon Fruit Layer
  • 1 cup Dragon Fruit Frozen fruit is ideal.
  • a few drops Neon Food Coloring Skip for a more natural look.

Equipment

  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Rolling pin or food processor
  • Spatula
  • blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Thaw half of the frozen dragon fruit in a bowl at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Mash gently until smooth.
  2. Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs. Combine with sugar and melted butter until sandy. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Freeze for 15 minutes.
  3. Whip heavy cream with sugar until stiff peaks form. Refrigerate while mixing cream cheese.
  4. Beat softened cream cheese until creamy. Gradually add sugar and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
  5. Fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until no streaks remain.
  6. Dissolve unflavored gelatin in 1/4 cup of warm water and mix into the cream cheese blend.
  7. Pour half of the cream cheese mixture into the crust. Freeze for 30 minutes.
  8. Blend remaining cream cheese mixture with thawed dragon fruit and food coloring until smooth. Pour onto the set layer.
  9. Cover and freeze cheesecake overnight.
  10. Slice and serve chilled, garnished with whipped cream and fresh fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps. Freeze each layer until firm for visual appeal.

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