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Home » Dessert » Coconut Cheesecake

Coconut Cheesecake

Created: May 14, 2013 Updated: May 2, 2023 by Lyuba Brooke 75 Comments

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This coconut cheesecake is loaded with coconut flavors throughout! The soft, creamy cheesecake is flavored with cream of coconut and topped with a sweet, coconut flake topping that is baked right on top.

1 slice of coconut cheesecake on clear glass plate in front of rest of cake on glass cake presenter in background

It was Mother’s Day this past weekend, as well as, my mom’s birthday. I spent the weekend with my sister and my son while Mom had a mini getaway. We had such a wonderful weekend with my two favorite kiddos.

On Sunday, my baby sister and I made a birthday cheesecake for Mom. Our mom loves cheesecake, so every year we make it for her birthday. This year, she left the flavor up to us.

We brainstormed for a little while and baby girl came up with coconut. Coconut cheesecake was a perfect decision because my mom loves piña coladas and coconut and I noticed a lot of coconut scents around the house.

Truth be told, we all love coconut in the family. If you’re a fan of coconut, this is a perfect cheesecake for you too!

close up shot of 1 slice of coconut cheesecake on a glass plate in forground with 1 whole coconut cheesecake 1 slice missing on round glass platter in background

To add some extra coconut flavors, I wanted to use coconut flakes. Flakes are great but not the best for the texture of the cheesecake. The best solution is to mince it very finely. If you have a food processor, go ahead and pulse it a few times. If you don’t, just use a knife to mince the coconut flakes. That way, you can add it to the crust and the cheesecake.

1 whole coconut cheesecake on round glass platter

Coconut Cheesecake

This coconut cheesecake is a dream dessert for everyone who loves coconut.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes minutes
Cool and refrigerate:: 4 hours hours
Total Time: 5 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 669kcal
Author: Lyuba Brooke

Ingredients

  • For Crust:
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
  • 5 tbsp butter melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tbsp finely chopped sweetened coconut flakes
  • For Cheesecake:
  • 24 oz cream cheese packs
  • 3/4 cup Cream of Coconut
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tbs cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp finely chopped sweetened coconut flakes
  • For Topping:
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sweetened coconut
  • 3 tbs Cream of Coconut

Instructions

  • ~ Grease a 9-inch spring form, set aside. Preheat the oven to 325.
  • For crust: Mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, minced coconut and vanilla. Stir very well, until all incorporated. Press graham cracker mixture into the pan, evenly, all over the bottom and about half way up the side.
  • Cheesecake:
  • Start beating the cream cheese and sugar with a mixer until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the vanilla extract, sour cream, and cream of coconut. Mix until combined.
  • Add the eggs, one at the time, beating after each addition.
  • Add the corn starch and coconut flakes. Make sure that all ingredients are well combined.
  • For topping, combine the coconut flakes (not minced) and cream of coconut, mix well and set aside.
  • Pour the cheesecake batter into the pan with crust. Bake for 50 minutes.
  • Take the cheesecake out and spread the topping evenly over the top. Bake for another 7-10 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 669kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 47g | Saturated Fat: 32g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 118mg | Sodium: 395mg | Potassium: 237mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 43g | Vitamin A: 1151IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 1mg
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1 slice of coconut cheesecake on clear glass plate in front of rest of cake on glass cake presenter in background
1 whole coconut cheesecake on round glass platter

Don’t leave yet! I have more cheesecake recipes that you can check out:

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LYUBA

ABOUT LYUBA

I’m Lyuba Brooke, mother of 2, the cook, recipe developer, photographer, and author behind willcookforsmiles.com. I share many classic and original recipes, cooking tips, and tutorials. My passion is sharing delicious meals for everyone to try. Read more...

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Filed Under: Cake, Cheesecake, Dessert, Mother's Day

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Comments

  1. Andromeda Nguyen says

    May 7, 2015 at 11:09 am

    How can I make this into mini cheesecakes? Would the temperature need to change?

    Reply
  2. ARC says

    January 25, 2015 at 12:16 pm

    This looks fantastic! I was looking for a coconut cheesecake recipe, although with a few more thrown in. I have this grand plan to make a white chocolate coconut cheesecake topped with raspberries, but I’m a little unsure how much white chocolate and coconut (and even what kind–coconut milk or shredded coconut?)–I’d have to incorporate into the filling. I want a distinct coconut taste, though, reminiscent of those white chocolate-coconut Ferreros. I’m wondering if your 3/4 cup coconut cream + 1 cup of melted white chocolate + 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut will work for the filling? Will the cheesecake hold up with that much incorporated?

    P.S. I’m a new reader–I love your blog name, and I love your dedication! Down to the comments, you accommodate everyone! 🙂

    Reply
  3. Fran says

    September 23, 2014 at 5:02 pm

    Hi,
    This looks amazinggg! My question is– Is this not baked in a water bath? Or did I misread the recipe? lol
    Many Blessingss,
    Fran

    Reply
    • lyuba says

      September 24, 2014 at 5:19 pm

      Hi Fran! This particular one was not baked in a water bath but you can definitely do that. I was making it at my mom’s and didn’t have a large enough dish to do that. I normally do make them in water baths.

      Reply
  4. Kari says

    July 31, 2014 at 8:17 am

    The cheesecake looks yummy, but unfortunately we do not have all these ingredients here where I live in Norway 🙁

    Reply
    • lyuba says

      July 31, 2014 at 8:45 pm

      Oh no 🙁
      Which ingredients are not available to you?

      Reply
  5. Micul says

    February 20, 2014 at 7:59 am

    I made this cheesecake for my family and it will remains among favorites.
    Thank you very much for the recipe. Have a nice day.

    Reply
    • lyuba says

      March 1, 2014 at 9:47 pm

      I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you!

      Reply
  6. Sara says

    January 15, 2014 at 2:17 pm

    Question, I am going to make this for my husband this weekend for his birthday, so excited! Do you need to refridgerate at all before serving, I know a lot of cheesecakes require that.

    Or is it bad to refrigerate?

    Reply
    • Sara says

      January 15, 2014 at 3:47 pm

      Also do you bake the crust first, i assume no?

      Reply
      • lyuba says

        January 15, 2014 at 4:47 pm

        Hi Sara! Actually, it will taste better after your refrigerate it! You can eat it at room temperature, right after baking of course, but it is so much better after setting in the fridge. Also, since it is dairy based, you should definitely refrigerate leftovers or if not eating right away.
        No need to pre-bake the crust first. Bake it all together 🙂
        Happy birthday to your hubby!

        Reply
  7. Cindy says

    September 20, 2013 at 12:16 pm

    I made the coconut cheesecake this past weekend for guests who love coconut cream pie and it turned out great. I don’t even like CCP and loved this cheesecake. Thanks so much for sharing it!

    Reply
    • lyuba says

      September 20, 2013 at 12:33 pm

      Thank you, Cindy! I’m so glad that everyone enjoyed it, and you especially! I do love a good coconut cream pie 🙂

      Reply
  8. Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling says

    August 30, 2013 at 2:58 pm

    This cheesecake looks delicious and omg…so do all your other ones!!!

    Reply
    • Scarlett In Florida says

      August 30, 2013 at 5:52 pm

      You have a very lucky MOM! She must be very proud of you!

      Reply
      • lyuba says

        August 30, 2013 at 8:38 pm

        Thank you so much Scarlett!

        Reply
    • lyuba says

      August 30, 2013 at 8:38 pm

      Thank you, Cathy 😀

      Reply
  9. Scarlett In Florida says

    August 6, 2013 at 9:19 am

    Love your webpage….you outdid yourself on the Coconut Cheesecake!!!! Wow, won’t my company light up when they see this one!!! Thanks so much! Scarlett in FL

    Reply
    • lyuba says

      August 6, 2013 at 10:34 am

      Thank you for such a sweet comment, Scarlett!

      Reply
  10. Nancy Jensen says

    July 30, 2013 at 3:18 am

    I am SO excited to see all of the coconut recipes you’ve put up. I have Pinterest boards for cakes, cheesecakes and one for coconut alone, so I’ll have a heyday with all of these. Glad to finally find someone who is a crazy about coconut as me!

    Reply
    • lyuba says

      August 1, 2013 at 1:02 pm

      Thank you so much! I’m so glad you like everything 🙂

      Reply
  11. Ali says

    June 2, 2013 at 12:32 pm

    Woot! You have been featured this week at Recipe Sharing Monday! The new link party is up and I’d love to see you back. Have a great week. 🙂

    Reply
    • lyuba says

      June 4, 2013 at 12:34 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
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