Pineapple Cream Cheese Pie
Ingredients:
For the Crust (or use a pre-made graham cracker crust):
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1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
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¼ cup sugar
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6 tbsp melted butter
For the Filling:
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1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
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1 (8 oz) can crushed pineapple, well-drained
Optional Topping:
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Extra crushed pineapple or pineapple slices
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Toasted coconut flakes
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Maraschino cherries
Instructions:
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Prepare the Crust:
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Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
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Press into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes, or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8 minutes and let cool.
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Make the Filling:
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In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
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Mix in powdered sugar until well combined.
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Fold in whipped topping gently.
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Stir in the drained crushed pineapple.
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Assemble the Pie:
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Spoon the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to set.
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Add Toppings and Serve:
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Just before serving, top with more crushed pineapple, cherries, or toasted coconut if desired.
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It’s a no-bake dessert (unless you bake the crust), super light, and perfect for summer. Want a version with a baked filling or made from scratch without Cool Whip?