Tropical Pineapple Ginger Cheesecake Bars
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of our Tropical Pineapple Ginger Cheesecake Bars! These delightful treats combine the creamy richness of cheesecake with the vibrant sweetness of candied pineapple and the zesty warmth of ginger. Perfect for summer gatherings or any time of year, these bars are sure to impress your guests who will be begging for the recipe. The buttery crust serves as the ideal base for the smooth and fluffy cheesecake filling, creating a delightful contrast in textures. Easy to prepare, these bars deliver a tropical escape in every bite!
12
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
1 1/4 cups (none)
sugar
1/3 cup (none)
sweet butter
1/2 cup (softened)
candied orange peel
2 tablespoons (thinly chopped (may substitute with 1 tbsp freshly grated orange peel))
cream cheese
8 ounces (softened)
sugar
1/4 cup (none)
large egg
1 (none)
fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon (none)
candied pineapple
1/2 cup (coarsely chopped)
candied ginger
1/8 cup (finely chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, 1/3 cup sugar, softened butter, and chopped candied orange peel.
3
Using a hand mixer, beat the mixture on low speed for 2 minutes, or until well mixed.
4
Set aside 1/2 cup of this crumb mixture to use later.
5
Press the remaining crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of an ungreased 8-inch square baking pan, creating a sturdy crust.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until the edges are lightly browned. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
7
Meanwhile, prepare the filling by combining softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, egg, and lemon juice in a separate bowl.
8
Beat this mixture on medium speed for about 2 minutes, or until it is light and fluffy.
9
Gently fold in the chopped candied pineapple and candied ginger into the cream cheese mixture.
10
Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
11
Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the cheesecake layer.
12
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the filling is set.
13
Allow the cheesecake bars to cool completely at room temperature.
14
Once cooled, cut the bars into squares and store them covered in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Tropical Pineapple Ginger Cheesecake Bars?
They are a refreshing dessert featuring a buttery crust, creamy cheesecake filling, candied pineapple, and zesty ginger.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 12 servings.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What ingredients are needed for the crust?
The crust consists of flour, sugar, softened sweet butter, and chopped candied orange peel.
Can I substitute the candied orange peel?
Yes, you can substitute 2 tablespoons of candied orange peel with 1 tablespoon of freshly grated orange peel.
Should the baking pan be greased?
No, the recipe calls for an ungreased 8-inch square baking pan.
How long should the crust bake?
The crust should bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
What should I do with the crumb mixture?
Set aside 1/2 cup of the crumb mixture to use as a topping and press the rest into the pan.
What ingredients are in the cheesecake filling?
The filling includes cream cheese, sugar, an egg, lemon juice, candied pineapple, and candied ginger.
How long do I beat the cream cheese mixture?
Beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and lemon juice for approximately 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
How should the candied pineapple be prepared?
The candied pineapple should be coarsely chopped.
How should the candied ginger be prepared?
The candied ginger should be finely chopped.
How do I incorporate the fruit into the filling?
Gently fold the chopped candied pineapple and ginger into the cream cheese mixture.
How long is the final baking time?
The bars should bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes once the filling is added.
How do I know when the bars are done?
The cheesecake bars are done when the filling is set.
What are the cooling instructions?
Allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating.
How should these bars be stored?
Store the bars covered in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve them.
What type of butter should I use?
Use 1/2 cup of softened sweet butter.
How much cream cheese is required?
The recipe requires 8 ounces of softened cream cheese.
Does this recipe include lemon juice?
Yes, it uses 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice in the filling.
What size baking pan is used?
An 8-inch square baking pan is used for this recipe.
What is the texture of the cheesecake bars?
The bars have a sturdy, buttery crust with a smooth and fluffy tropical filling.
Is this recipe suitable for summer?
Yes, the tropical flavors of pineapple and ginger make it an ideal summer treat.
How do I assemble the layers?
Press the crust in first, bake it, add the cheesecake filling, and then sprinkle the reserved crumbs on top.
How do I mix the crust?
Use a hand mixer on low speed for about 2 minutes to combine the crust ingredients.
What should I do after the bars have cooled?
Cut the bars into squares and store them in the refrigerator.
How much flour is in the crust?
The crust uses 1 1/4 cups of flour.
How much sugar is in the filling?
The filling requires 1/4 cup of sugar.
What kind of ginger is used?
The recipe calls for 1/8 cup of finely chopped candied ginger.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, these bars are categorized as an easy-to-prepare tropical dessert.