TROPICAL CHEESECAKE FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly spray a springform pan with non-stick cooking spray. Add flour to a mixing bowl with the icing sugar and coconut; whisk to combine. Cut the butter into the flour mixture using a pastry blender, two knives, or by grating it with a cheese grater, until the mixture is crumbly. Lightly press the mixture into the pan and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool completely.

Combine softened cream cheese with Tropical Paradise Dip & Dessert Mix. Mix with a hand mixer until smooth, then fold in Cool Whip. Spoon onto prepared crust. Top with blueberries, cranberries and fresh herbs (if desired) in a wreath around the outer edge. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.