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No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert Recipe

4.5 from 117 reviews

This No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert is a luscious, creamy treat combining a buttery graham cracker crust with a smooth pineapple and cream cheese filling, topped with pineapple chunks and shredded coconut. Perfectly chilled, it’s a refreshing and easy dessert that requires no oven time.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted

Filling

  • 8 oz softened cream cheese
  • 3/4 cup confectioner’s sugar
  • 8 oz tub whipped topping
  • 1416 oz large can crushed pineapple, drained

Topping

  • 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Mix the graham cracker crumbs and sugar in a bowl. Add the melted butter and stir until well combined. Press this mixture firmly into an 8 x 8- or 9 x 9-inch pan to form an even crust layer.
  2. Make the Filling Base: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and confectioner’s sugar together until the mixture is very smooth and creamy.
  3. Incorporate Whipped Topping and Pineapple: Beat in the tub of whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined. Then gently fold in the well-drained crushed pineapple to maintain a light texture.
  4. Assemble the Dessert: Spread the pineapple cream filling evenly over the prepared crust in the pan. Arrange the pineapple chunks on top and sprinkle with shredded coconut for added texture and flavor.
  5. Chill and Set: Refrigerate the dessert thoroughly for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight, to allow it to firm up and the flavors to meld beautifully before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure to drain the crushed pineapple well to prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
  • For extra flavor, you can toast the shredded coconut before sprinkling it on top.
  • This dessert is best served chilled straight from the refrigerator.
  • Use a pan with removable sides for easier slicing and serving if available.

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