Description
Pina Colada Pie delivers tropical paradise right to your dessert plate, bringing creamy coconut and tangy pineapple together in a cool, refreshing slice that whisks you straight to beachy bliss.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup crushed pineapple
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup whipped topping
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup shredded sweetened coconut
- ⅓ cup melted butter
Finishing Ingredients:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup coconut cream
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Maraschino cherries
- Fresh pineapple slices
Instructions
- Crush 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs and mix with ¼ cup shredded coconut and ⅓ cup melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie dish, covering the bottom and sides completely with an even layer.
- Refrigerate the crust for exactly 20 minutes at 40°F to help it firm up while preparing the filling.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip 8 oz softened cream cheese with ½ cup powdered sugar until the mixture becomes completely smooth and free of lumps.
- Add 1 cup well-drained crushed pineapple and ¼ cup coconut cream to the cream cheese mixture, stirring until everything is thoroughly combined.
- Gently incorporate 1 cup whipped topping into the pineapple mixture, folding carefully to maintain a light and airy texture.
- Transfer the filling into the chilled crust, using a spatula to spread it evenly and create a smooth surface.
- Refrigerate the pie for 4 full hours at 38°F to allow the filling to set completely and develop rich flavors.
- Before serving, sprinkle your pie with toasted coconut flakes, and decorate with maraschino cherries and fresh pineapple slices for a tropical presentation.
Notes
- Make sure the graham cracker crumbs and coconut are finely ground for a smooth, even crust that holds together perfectly.
- Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly against the bottom and sides of the pie dish to create a solid base that won’t crumble when serving.
- Drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly to prevent excess liquid from making the filling watery and losing its creamy texture.
- For a lighter version, substitute low-fat cream cheese and sugar-free whipped topping to reduce calories without sacrificing flavor.
- Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Pies
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 312 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg