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No Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert 1

No Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert

This refreshing, cold dessert combines the tropical sweetness of pineapple with velvety cream layers, creating a dessert that's both impressive and deceptively simple to prepare. Whether you're hosting a backyard gathering or simply treating your family, this easy recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimum effort.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 386 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • Electric Mixer
  • Mixing Bowls

Ingredients
  

Crust

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs about 14 full sheets
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 20 oz crushed pineapple well-drained
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar for whipping cream

Optional Toppings

  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut lightly toasted (optional)
  • Maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a medium bowl. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish, using the flat bottom of a measuring cup to create an even layer. Place in refrigerator while preparing other components.
  • Beat softened cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes. Ensure your cream cheese is truly at room temperature to avoid lumps.
  • Drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly, pressing with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Set aside the drained pineapple.
  • In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream and 1/4 cup powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, approximately 4-5 minutes.
  • Gently spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust. Next, distribute the drained pineapple in an even layer. Finally, spread the whipped cream over the top, creating decorative peaks with your spatula if desired.
  • If using, sprinkle toasted coconut over the whipped cream layer and add maraschino cherries for a pop of color. Cover carefully with plastic wrap without touching the surface.
  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, though overnight chilling (8+ hours) yields the best texture and flavor development.

Notes

For a crust that holds together better, chill for 15 minutes before adding filling layers.
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature (at least 30 minutes on counter) to prevent lumps.
Place your mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for 10 minutes before whipping cream for faster results.
This dessert can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
For a healthier alternative, replace 1/3 of the cream cheese with Greek yogurt or use monk fruit sweetener instead of sugar.

Nutrition

Calories: 386kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 185mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin C: 7mg
Keyword No-Bake Dessert, Pineapple Cream Dessert, No-Bake Pineapple Dessert, Summer Dessert, Easy Dessert
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