Description
Tropical Pineapple Paradise Pie is a delightful no-bake dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust filled with a creamy mixture of cream cheese, crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, and whipped topping. This refreshing pie offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tropical flavors, making it an ideal treat for warm weather or any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, well-drained
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
Garnish (Optional)
- Maraschino cherries
- Extra shredded coconut or pineapple tidbits
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for 8–10 minutes or until the crust is lightly golden. Remove from oven and allow it to cool completely.
- Make the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Carefully fold in the well-drained crushed pineapple and shredded coconut. Then gently fold in the whipped topping until everything is fully combined and fluffy.
- Assemble the pie: Spoon the prepared filling into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even layer.
- Chill and garnish: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until it is fully set. Before serving, garnish with maraschino cherries, additional shredded coconut, or pineapple tidbits if desired to enhance visual appeal and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the crushed pineapple is thoroughly drained to prevent a soggy filling.
- For a stronger tropical flavor, add a splash of coconut extract or layer sliced bananas under the filling before adding the cream cheese mixture.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and whipped topping for the best texture and richness.
- This pie is best served chilled and should be kept refrigerated until serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake (with baked crust)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
