No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert Recipe
This No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert combines a buttery graham cracker crust with a creamy, sweet pineapple filling topped with shredded coconut. It’s a refreshing, easy-to-make treat perfect for warm weather or whenever you want a tangy, tropical-inspired dessert without using the oven.
- Author: Mila
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
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
- 14–16 oz large can crushed pineapple, drained
Topping
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- Prepare the crust: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and sugar, then stir in the melted butter until the mixture is well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8 x 8- or 9 x 9-inch pan to form an even crust layer.
- Make the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the confectioner’s sugar until the mixture becomes very smooth and creamy.
- Add whipped topping and pineapple: Gently beat in the tub of whipped topping until fully integrated, then carefully fold in the drained crushed pineapple to keep the mixture light and airy.
- Assemble the dessert: Spread the pineapple cream cheese filling evenly over the prepared graham cracker crust. Arrange the pineapple chunks evenly over the top and sprinkle with shredded coconut for flavor and decoration.
- Chill: Place the dessert in the refrigerator and chill it thoroughly for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set properly before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for smooth blending.
- Drain the crushed pineapple well to prevent the filling from becoming too watery.
- The dessert can be prepared a day in advance to enhance flavors and texture.
- For a nutty twist, add chopped nuts to the crust if desired.
- Use fresh pineapple chunks as a garnish for added texture and appearance.
Keywords: no bake dessert, pineapple dessert, cream cheese dessert, graham cracker crust, easy summer dessert