Easy Steps to Make No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert

Why You’ll Love No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert:

Effortless to Prepare: No oven needed, just mix, assemble, and chill.

Light and Refreshing: The tropical flavor of pineapple paired with cool, creamy layers feels light and refreshing.

Perfect for Any Occasion: Elegant enough for special events but simple enough for a weeknight treat.

Crowd-Pleaser: Its sweet and fruity taste appeals to guests of all ages.

Ingredients Notes for No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert:

Graham Crackers: The base layer, providing a sweet and crunchy texture. Alternatively, use digestive biscuits or vanilla wafers.

Cream Cheese: Softened, to blend smoothly into the filling for a rich, creamy texture.

Whipped Topping: Adds lightness and fluffiness to the cream layer. You can use store-bought or homemade whipped cream.

Pineapple: Crushed pineapple in juice, well-drained, is mixed into the cream layer for that tropical flavor.

Sugar: Sweetens the cream cheese mixture.

Lemon Juice: Enhances the pineapple’s tanginess and helps balance the sweetness.

Butter: Melted, mixed with graham cracker crumbs for the crust.

Recipe Steps:

Prepare the Crust:

Combine Ingredients:

In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened.

Press and Chill:

Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish, forming a firm, even layer. Chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.

Make the Filling:

Beat Cream Cheese:

In a large mixing bowl, beat 1 package (8 oz) softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

Add Sugar and Vanilla:

Add 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and continue beating until well combined.

Incorporate Pineapple:

Stir in 1 can (20 oz) well-drained crushed pineapple.

Fold in Whipped Cream:

Gently fold in 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping until the mixture is uniform.

Assemble the Dessert:

Spread Filling:

Spread the pineapple and cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Chill:

Refrigerate:

Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to set completely and develop the flavors.

Garnish and Serve:

Top and Garnish:

Before serving, top with additional whipped cream or whipped topping, chopped nuts, and maraschino cherries if desired.

Serve:

Cut into squares and serve chilled.

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE CRUST:

2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

1/4 cup granulated sugar

FOR THE FILLING:

1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained well

1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping

FOR TOPPING:

Extra whipped cream or whipped topping

Chopped nuts (optional, for garnish)

Maraschino cherries (optional, for garnish)

Enjoy your delightful No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert, perfect for any occasion!