Description
This No Bake Pineapple Dream Dessert is a luscious, creamy treat featuring a graham cracker crust topped with a fluffy pineapple and cream cheese filling. Sweetened with powdered sugar and crowned with shredded coconut and diced pineapple, this easy-to-make dessert requires no baking, making it perfect for warm days or quick preparation.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 1 8-oz package cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 8-oz tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
Crust
- 20 individual graham crackers, crushed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
Topping
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup diced pineapple (drained)
Instructions
- Prepare the cream cheese mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until slightly fluffy to ensure a smooth, creamy texture.
- Add powdered sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar while mixing continuously until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Incorporate whipped topping: Mix in the whipped topping and beat the mixture until it becomes fluffy and light, giving the dessert a creamy, airy consistency.
- Fold in crushed pineapple: Using a spatula, gently fold the drained crushed pineapple into the cream cheese mixture to evenly distribute the fruit without deflating the fluffiness.
- Make the crust: In a small mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Form the crust: Press the graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9 x 9-inch baking dish, creating a solid base layer.
- Add the filling: Spoon the pineapple cream cheese filling over the crust and smooth it out with a spatula to create an even layer.
- Top and chill: Sprinkle the shredded coconut and diced pineapple evenly over the filling. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the dessert is set and firm enough to slice and serve.
Notes
- Ensure the pineapple is well-drained to prevent the dessert from becoming soggy.
- Crush the graham crackers finely for a smoother crust texture.
- For best results, refrigerate overnight for maximum firmness and flavor blending.
- This dessert can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no bake dessert, pineapple dessert, cream cheese dessert, graham cracker crust, summer dessert, easy dessert, pineapple cream cheese dessert
