This No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert is an old-school favorite for a reason: it’s creamy, fluffy, sweet, and ridiculously easy. You get a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a pineapple-cream filling that tastes like a tropical dream no oven needed. It’s the perfect easy no-bake dessert for potlucks, holidays, summer parties, or when you just want something sweet without the extra work. Make it ahead, let it chill, and it slices beautifully once set. Bonus: it’ssuper customizable add extra coconut, swap the crust, or top with more fruit for a pretty finish.
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Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours (overnight best)
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Servings: 9
Ingredients List
Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup sugar
- ½ cup butter, melted
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup confectioner’s (powdered) sugar
- 8 oz tub whipped topping
- 14–16 oz crushed pineapple, drained very well
- ½ cup pineapple chunks (for topping)
- ½ cup shredded coconut (for topping)
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch pan
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Can opener
- Fine mesh strainer (to drain pineapple well)
Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Make the crust: In a bowl, mix graham crumbs and sugar. Pour in melted butter and stir until the crumbs look like wet sand.
- Press it in: Firmly press the mixture into an 8×8 or 9×9 pan (use the bottom of a glass to pack it down).
- Whip the filling base: Beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar for 1–2 minutes until super smooth and fluffy.
- Add whipped topping: Beat in the whipped topping until creamy and fully combined.
- Fold in pineapple: Gently fold in the well-drained crushed pineapple (don’t overmix). 🍍
- Assemble: Spread the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Top it: Sprinkle with pineapple chunks and shredded coconut.
- Chill: Refrigerate at least 4 hours (overnight is best) until firm and sliceable ❄️✨
Pro Tips
- Drain the pineapple really well: Too much juice can make the dessert runny. Press pineapple in a strainer to remove extra liquid.
- Cleaner slices: Chill overnight, then wipe your knife between cuts.
- Flavor boost: Add ½ tsp vanilla extract or a squeeze of lime to the filling.
- Storage: Keep covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Table
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 serving | 419 | 4g | 46g | 25g | 1g | 37g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Make the crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Add melted butter and stir until evenly combined. Press firmly into an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch pan.
- Make the filling: Beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until very smooth. Beat in whipped topping until creamy. Fold in the crushed pineapple (drained very well).
- Assemble: Spread filling over the crust and smooth the top. Top with pineapple chunks and sprinkle with shredded coconut.
- Chill: Refrigerate at least 4 hours (overnight is best) until fully set. Slice into 9 squares and serve chilled.
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When you need a quick, crowd-pleasing treat, this No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert delivers every time. It’s creamy, tropical, and perfectly sweet with a buttery crust and it’s a stress-free make-ahead dessert that’s always a hit.