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No Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert - Easy Pineapple Dream Recipe
Jessica

No Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert

Creamy no bake pineapple dessert with graham cracker crust, whipped topping, and tropical pineapple flavor. Perfect easy summer treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
chilling time 4 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2½ cups graham cracker crumbs about 20-22 whole crackers
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 20 oz crushed pineapple very well drained
  • 8 oz whipped topping thawed

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking dish
  • Electric mixer
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and granulated sugar. Mix until all crumbs are evenly moistened.
  2. Press 2 cups of crumb mixture firmly into bottom of 9x9 inch baking dish. Reserve remaining crumbs. Refrigerate crust.
  3. Beat cream cheese and softened butter together until completely smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated.
  5. Drain crushed pineapple very well using fine mesh strainer, pressing with spoon to remove excess liquid.
  6. Fold drained pineapple into cream cheese mixture, then gently fold in whipped topping until combined.
  7. Spread filling evenly over chilled crust. Sprinkle reserved crumbs on top.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

  • Room temperature ingredients prevent lumps in filling
  • Drain pineapple thoroughly to avoid soggy dessert
  • Overnight chilling produces best texture and flavor
  • Use sharp knife dipped in warm water for clean slices