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No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert

July 23, 2017 by Judith Hannemann

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Easy no-bake summery dessert with a creamy pineapple filling.

This creamy no-bake pineapple cream dessert is an oldie but a goodie.

Pineapple Cream Dessert: Perfect For Summer

Pineapple just seems to scream summer! OK I know it’s available year round, but it’s tropical origins put it squarely in the summer category–at least for me.

Another reason this is a perfect dessert for summer is that it’s totally no bake!

Easy no-bake summery dessert with a creamy pineapple filling.

If You Love Cheesecake…

Then you’ll love this dessert!

The filling is a creamy pineapple-flavored cheesecake and it’s mounded on top of a buttery graham cracker crust. It’s just totally yummy.

Keep in mind that the cheesecake layer may also be used as a sweet dip. Of course it goes well with graham crackers, but it’s also nice with vanilla or chocolate wafers.

Easy no-bake summery dessert with a creamy pineapple filling.

Watching Your Weight?

Then you’ll really love this recipe.

Why? Because you can substitute low-fat and low-sugar products for the regular. In fact, I made this for a friend who wanted to lose a few pounds but not skimp on his beloved cheesecake.

I made the filling with Neufchatel cheese (aka “low-fat cream cheese”) and light whipped topping. The sugar was omitted in the crust because grahams are pretty sweet anyway, plus I used low-fat grahams. Not that it made any difference in calories, but I used unrefined coconut oil to bind the crumbs. Now THAT is yummy no matter what version you make because it adds a subtle coconut flavor which enhances the coconut in the filling.

There was absolutely no flavor or texture loss using the reduced-fat products. My friend has eaten this dessert made the standard way so he knows what it tastes like. He said he couldn’t tell the difference and this fellow is a “foodie” who knows his food!

If You Make No-Bake Cookies….

Here’s an excellent resource from Recipe Lion! Read their article,  “No Bake Cookies Too Dry or Gooey? See Why.”

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Easy no-bake summery dessert with a creamy pineapple filling.
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No-Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert

This creamy no-bake pineapple cream dessert is an oldie but a goodie.
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time4 hrs
Total Time4 hrs 20 mins
Course: cakes, desserts
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy desserts, no bake recipe, pineapple cream
Servings: 9
Calories: 419kcal
Author: Judith Hannemann

Ingredients

FILLING

  • 8 oz softened cream cheese
  • 8 oz tub whipped topping
  • 14-16 oz large can crushed pineapple, drained
  • 3/4 cup confectioner’s sugar
  • 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut for topping.

CRUST

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter melted

Instructions

  • For crust: Mix the graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Add the melted butter and stir to combine well. Press into a 8 x 8- or 9 x 9-inch pan.
  • Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and confectioner’s sugar until very smooth.
  • Beat in the tub of whipped topping. Then fold in the drained pineapple.
  • Spread filling on top of crust. Top with pineapple chunks and sprinkle with coconut.
  • Chill very well—at least 4 hours, preferably overnight

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 419kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 173mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 701IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 1mg
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Easy no-bake summery dessert with a creamy pineapple filling.
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  1. Joy says

    July 23, 2017 at 2:42 pm

    Hello I would love to make this dessert but just have a couple of questions. I live in Australia and your recipe has a couple of things I am unsure of 1st / 1 tub of whipped topping, 2nd / confectioners sugar & 3rd / Graham cracker crumbs. What are these ingredients and do you know of substitutes for these products would be here.
    Thank you Joy

    • Judith Hanneman says

      July 23, 2017 at 2:49 pm

      Hi Joy–you can substitute 2 cups of real whipped cream for the whipped topping. We call icing sugar confectioner’s sugar–I’m assuming they call this the same things as in UK but if not, it’s powdered sugar. And for graham crackers, you can use plain digestive biscuits (it’ll taste better too) or any plain cookie crumbs to make the crust. Hope this helps.

  2. Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says

    July 23, 2017 at 4:57 pm

    Judith, you are a little devil!! That sounds so doggone good. I really love the quick easy desserts although I do like challenging recipes. There are people who don’t like to be in the kitchen, can you believe that??😉 I love listening to music and cooking — if it’s evening there is even a glass of wine by my side. This recipe is already pinned. Have a great Sunday!
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    • Judith Hanneman says

      July 23, 2017 at 5:16 pm

      Thanks Marisa and enjoy your Sunday too.

  3. Laura says

    July 24, 2017 at 12:05 am

    Hi Judith. Thanks for this delicious pineapple cream dessert with low-fat alternatives. I have pinned it to try it later.
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    • Judith Hanneman says

      July 24, 2017 at 3:41 am

      Thank you Laura!

  4. Beverly Collie says

    July 24, 2017 at 11:59 am

    Hi Judith! This is a delicious, easy dessert!!

    You know me. I like to experiment and I tried it substituting 8 oz of pineapple yogurt for half a container of whipped topping and I added a small size instant coconut pudding mix. Voil-la – pina colada dessert.

    PS. If it seems to thicken to much due to the pudding mix I add some pineapple juice by tablespoons until it is the creamy consistency I want.

    • Judith Hanneman says

      July 24, 2017 at 1:00 pm

      OMG that sounds delicious Bev!!!

  5. Bev says

    July 27, 2017 at 4:14 am

    Should it be placed in the refrigerator covered or uncovered over night.

    • Judith Hanneman says

      July 27, 2017 at 6:09 am

      I’d cover it for longer-term storage. Just loosely with a sheet of aluminum foil should do it.

  6. Deb says

    August 3, 2017 at 2:22 pm

    Has anyone tried this with fresh peaches? I’m thinking of grilling the peaches first. Any suggestions or thoughts?

    • Judith Hanneman says

      August 3, 2017 at 3:22 pm

      I’ve never tried it but it sounds really good. I’d go for it Deb–no matter what it will taste good. Let me know your results.

  7. Eleanor says

    August 4, 2017 at 4:45 am

    Made this today with a ready made Graham water crust. It was an absolutely amazing recipe – so yummy I will definitely be making it again! 😃

    • Judith Hanneman says

      August 4, 2017 at 5:28 am

      So glad you enjoyed it! This is one of my favorites too!

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