Prepare for the compliments to roll in after whipping up this effortless, no-bake cream cheese pineapple pie! The sweet, easy recipe is satisfyingly creamy and tastes perfect all year long.
Serve it during springy festivities, bring it to a picnic get-together, or use it to cool down a hot summer day at home. It even works great as a dessert for a special occasion or holiday dinner with friends and family.
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Why you'll love this recipe
✔️ With simple ingredients, quick prep, and very few steps, you'll enjoy this delicious dessert in no time at all.
✔️ Don't want to fuss with a hot oven on warm days? Need to pack the oven with other treats and dishes? This is a no-bake pineapple pie recipe!
✔️ The cream cheese is rich, the Cool Whip adds a heavenly light texture, and the tart pineapple perfectly balances out the other sweet flavors.
Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
- Cream cheese, softened
- Sugar
- Pure vanilla extract
- Crushed pineapple, well-drained
- Cool Whip
- Premade graham cracker pie crust
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, vanilla, and sugar until it's light and fluffy.
- Gently fold in the drained, crushed pineapple and Cool Whip.
- Spoon the pineapple mixture into the premade pie crust.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight.
- Slice and enjoy!
Equipment
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- Stand or handheld mixer
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FAQ's
Absolutely! In fact, I recommend making it the day before you plan to enjoy it. However, it'll keep in the fridge for about three days.
Pull out the cream cheese from the fridge about an hour before you plan to start mixing. Depending on your kitchen temperature, it'll take 30 minutes to an hour to soften fully.
An electric stand mixer gives you more stability and the option to multi-task. I love my stand mixer, but a hand mixer will do the job, too. Use whichever you are more comfortable with.
Nope, not this one. The recipe calls for cream cheese and Cool Whip which are dairy-based. So, it must remain refrigerated at all times.
Nope! Feel free to make a homemade graham cracker crust if you're feeling up to it.
You don't have to do any baking—unless you opt to use your own crust, of course. However, I like to use a store-bought pie crust so this recipe is a true, no-bake treat.
Test kitchen tips
- Beat the cream cheese using a hand mixer on low or a stand mixer with a paddle. Take your time, incorporating the sugar until it's smooth. It shouldn't feel gritty when rubbed between the tips of two fingers.
- Cool Whip is a whipped topping that comes from the freezer section. Be sure to let it thaw in the fridge according to the package directions.
- Save the pineapple juice for another yummy dish, such as cheesy pineapple casserole.
- If you plan to share this chilled treat at a party or potluck, bring a larger pie dish to fill with ice. Then, set this pie on top to keep it from melting.
Variations
- If you have time, feel free to make a homemade graham cracker crust instead of opting for a store-bought pie shell.
- Feeling even more creative? Swap out the graham cracker crust for a nilla wafer or shortbread cookie crust instead.
- Make your own crushed pineapple by blitzing fresh pineapple chunks in a food processor or blender until smooth.
- Add a layer of Cool Whip (or homemade whipped cream) and some lemon zest to the top of this no-bake pie for an A+ presentation.
- You can also garnish with fresh pineapple slices, shredded coconut, or maraschino cherries if you're feeling fancy.
Storage
Refrigerate—Cover your pie plate with plastic wrap or store pie leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
Freezer—I don't recommend freezing cream cheese pineapple pie. It'll technically keep for a few months (tightly covered), but the texture after thawing is different.
Reheat—One of the easiest desserts to prepare and enjoy as leftovers, serve pineapple pie straight out of the fridge or let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes.
Related recipes
- Another easy pie recipe is this iconic Chocolate Hershey Pie, which only calls for THREE ingredients and is packed with rich, chocolatey flavor.
- If you want to keep going on a no-bake dessert kick, I recommend trying this Strawberry Pie. It's perfectly sweet and tastes like spring!
- The whole family will enjoy this cozy and comforting Fresh Apricot Pie any time of year! If you love fruity pies, be sure to give this one a try.
Serve with
- If you're looking to make an easy, refreshing meal to serve the whole family, try these mouthwatering, super-quick Shrimp Tacos.
- Cilantro-Lime Rice is the perfect side dish for tacos. Plus, lime and pineapple go perfectly together in the same meal!
- My Citrus Salad is bright, colorful, and has a nice crunch. Keep this recipe in your back pocket because it pairs with so many main dishes.
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No Bake Pineapple Cream Cheese Pie
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup
sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple well drained
- 8 ounces Cool Whip
- 1 premade graham cracker pie crust
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Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, vanilla and sugar until light and fluffy. Use a hand mixer on low or a stand mixer with a paddle. Take your time and incorporate the sugar well.
- Fold in the drained, crushed pineapple and cool whip.
- Spoon the pineapple mixture into the premade pie crust.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Slice and enjoy!
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