No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert
This No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert is a light, creamy, and refreshing treat that's perfect for warm days. A buttery graham cracker crust is topped with a fluffy cream cheese and pineapple filling, then chilled until perfectly set. It's an easy make-ahead dessert everyone will love.
Equipment
- 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking dish
- mixing bowl
- Hand mixer
- rubber spatula
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz whipped topping
- 14-16 oz crushed pineapple, drained
- 3/4 cup confectioners sugar
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- pineapple chunks, for garnish (optional)
- shredded coconut, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Stir in the melted butter until evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Beat the softened cream cheese and confectioners sugar until smooth and creamy. Fold in the whipped topping and well-drained crushed pineapple until fully combined.
- Spread the pineapple cream filling evenly over the prepared graham cracker crust.
- Top with pineapple chunks and shredded coconut if desired for extra flavor and presentation.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully set. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
Drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly to prevent the filling from becoming watery. Chill for at least 4 hours, but overnight is recommended for the best texture. Garnish with pineapple chunks and shredded coconut before serving if desired.