Description
Pineapple cream dessert promises tropical bliss with minimal effort. Cool layers of creamy goodness showcase fresh pineapple’s sweet charm, inviting you to savor summer’s most refreshing treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 cup whipped cream
Pudding and Sweeteners:
- 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup butter (melted)
- Optional: fresh pineapple slices for garnish
Instructions
- Create a uniform base by blending graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, then firmly compact the mixture into the bottom of a 9×9-inch pan to form a sturdy foundation.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together drained crushed pineapple, instant vanilla pudding mix, softly whipped cream, and powdered sugar until the mixture achieves a silky, homogeneous texture.
- Carefully spread the tropical pineapple cream evenly across the prepared graham cracker crust, ensuring complete and smooth coverage.
- Transfer the dessert to the refrigerator and allow it to chill for a minimum of 2 hours, giving the filling time to set and flavors to meld together.
- Once fully chilled and firm, optionally garnish with fresh pineapple slices for an elegant presentation before cutting into precise squares and serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality graham crackers for a more robust and flavorful crust that enhances the overall dessert texture.
- Drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making the filling too runny and compromising the dessert’s structure.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Experiment with alternative toppings like toasted coconut flakes or a sprinkle of cinnamon to add an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal to the dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg