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Pineapple Dream Dessert

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A breezy, no-bake dessert that combines a buttery graham cracker crust with a sweet cream layer and juicy crushed pineapple.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 2.5 cups graham cracker crumbs Substitute: crushed vanilla wafers or gluten-free graham crumbs for GF diets.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted Salted butter OK; reduce other salt if using.
For the cream layer
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Sift for a lump-free texture.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Use room-temperature for easy blending.
  • 0.5 cups cream cheese Full-fat gives the best flavor and stability. Substitute: mascarpone for richer result.
  • 1 cup Cool Whip You can use whipped heavy cream for a fresher option.
For the topping
  • 1 large can crushed pineapple, well-drained Reserve a spoonful of juice if you like a slightly saucier top layer.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Stir until crumbs look like wet sand.
  2. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch pan to form an even layer. Chill while you make the filling.
Prepare the cream layer
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add powdered sugar gradually and beat until light and lump-free.
Assemble
  1. Gently fold the Cool Whip into the sweet cream mixture until well combined and airy. Avoid overmixing to keep it light.
  2. Spread the cream mixture evenly over the chilled crust with a spatula. Smooth the top.
Add pineapple
  1. Drain the crushed pineapple very well, then spread it evenly over the cream layer. Press lightly so it seats into the cream but doesn’t break the crust.
Chill and set
  1. Cover and refrigerate at least 2–4 hours, or overnight for the cleanest slices. Chill until the layers are firm.
Serve
  1. Slice and serve chilled. Use a hot, dry knife for cleaner cuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25g

Notes

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days; the cream-soft texture holds well when chilled. Best if served chilled with a dusting of extra graham crumbs or a sprinkle of toasted shredded coconut.
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