Pineapple Orange Swirl Cheesecake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs.
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¼ cup melted butter.
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2 tablespoons sugar.
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3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened.
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1 cup sugar.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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3 large eggs.
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1 cup sour cream.
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¼ cup all-purpose flour.
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½ cup pineapple juice.
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½ cup orange juice.
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Orange food coloring.
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Whipped cream (for garnish).
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Fresh pineapple slices.
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Orange slices.
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Fresh mint leaves.
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and set aside to cool.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1 cup of sugar until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and mix in the eggs one at a time, blending after each addition. Stir in the sour cream and flour until well combined.
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Divide the cream cheese mixture into two bowls. Add pineapple juice to one and orange juice (with orange food coloring) to the other.
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Pour the pineapple mixture into the prepared crust, followed by the orange mixture. Swirl the two together with a knife for a marbled effect.
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Bake for 50-60 minutes until the center is set. Cool the cheesecake in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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Before serving, garnish with whipped cream, fresh pineapple slices, orange slices, and mint leaves.
# Notes:
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Tip: For a stronger orange flavor, use freshly squeezed juice.