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Pineapple Cream Cheese Pie

Published: Feb 21, 2022 Last Updated: Jan 19, 2023 by Marye 1202 words. | About 7 minutes to read this article.

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This pineapple cream cheese pie recipe is an easy 5 minute dessert, made with simple ingredients, that always gets rave reviews. Be sure to give yourself at least 3 to 4 hours to chill the pie before serving for best results.
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You can never have too many no bake pie recipes, right? This easy dessert is perfect for Easter and all summer long!

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  • ❤️ Why you'll love it
  • 🧾 Ingredients
  • 🔪 Instructions
  • 🥄 Equipment
  • 🎥 Video
  • 🥫 Storage
  • 📖 Variations
  • 💭 Tips
  • 👩‍🍳 FAQs
  • 📚 Related recipes
  • 🍽️ Serve with...
  • 📞 The last word
  • Pineapple Cream Cheese Pie
  • 💬 Comments

❤️ Why you'll love it

  • Takes just minutes to make.
  • No need to heat up the oven.
  • Rich and creamy - perfect for all those potlucks you're going to.

There's nothing easier than this no bake pineapple cream cheese pie recipe - especially if you use a store bough graham cracker crust! You can make it a day or two ahead of time so it's great for potlucks and summer cookouts.

🧾 Ingredients

This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the green recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.

Ingredients for this recipe.

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  • cream cheese
  • sugar
  • vanilla extract
  • crushed pineapple 
  • Cool Whip
  • graham cracker pie crust

🔪 Instructions

This is an overview of the instructions. Full instructions are in the green recipe card at the bottom of the page.

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  1. Beat together cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer.
  2. Stir the crushed pineapple into the cream cheese mixture.
  3. Gently fold in the Cool Whip and pour mixture into the pie crust. Add a little pineapple to the top of the pie.
  4. Chill pie for at least three hours.

🥄 Equipment

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You'll need the following items to make this recipe successfully.

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer

🎥 Video

Click on the image to watch me make this recipe from start to finish with extra tips! (Video opens in a new tab).

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🥫 Storage

Store this easy dessert in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to four days.

This simple pie also freezes well. Just wrap it good and slip into the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

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📖 Variations

  • Use a sugar cookie, Nilla wafer, or butter cookie crumb crust.
  • You can use homemade whipped cream instead of whipped topping if you prefer.
  • Sprinkle a little coconut on top for a big tropical flavor.

💭 Tips

Expert Tip: Softened cream cheese is best. It is important to make sure that your cream cheese is completely at room temperature before making this easy recipe. It won't mix well if it's too cold.

  • Save the pineapple juice when you drain it, and use the reserved pineapple juice to make a delicious marinade for chicken.
  • Be sure to drain that pineapple well or the pie won't set up right.
  • Be gentle when folding in the Cool Whip so that it doesn't become runny.
  • Be sure to allow enough time for the pie to chill. I like to leave it in the fridge overnight before serving.
  • For pretty slices pop it into the freezer for 30 minutes before slicing and serving. Use a hot knife and wipe it between cuts.
  • Don't use fresh pineapple in this! There's an enzyme in fresh pineapple that can make the recipe fail.

You'll also want to give this old fashioned lemon meringue pie a try.

👩‍🍳 FAQs

Can I freeze this pie?

Yes, you can freeze the pie for up to three months.

How far in advance can I make this easy dessert?

This dessert can be made up to 24 hours ahead.

Can I use different fruits?

Yes, mandarin oranges would work well in this pie.

Overhead view of the pie with a slice removed.

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  • Upside Down Pineapple Cheesecake is an elegant twist on this classic southern dessert.
  • Pineapple Upside Down Cake is one of those vintage recipes I make over and over again.
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  • Classic Pea Salad is fresh and creamy and makes for a great warm-weather side dish.

📞 The last word

No bake pineapple pie is similar to the ever-so-popular millionaire pie but without the Maraschino cherries and other ingredients.

Pretty sure this will become a favorite recipe. It's easy to throw together for last minute cookouts and family get-togethers, and the fact that you can make several and freeze them to use as needed makes even better.

If you click on the number of servings in the recipe card you can adjust the measurements up or down for the exact number of servings you need. Don't forget that you can click on "add to collection" to save it to your own, private recipe box!

If you love this recipe please give it 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Pineapple Cream Cheese Pie

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This pineapple cream cheese pie recipe is an easy 5 minute dessert, made with simple ingredients, that always gets rave reviews. Be sure to give yourself at least 3 to 4 hours to chill the pie before serving for best results.
Course Pie
Cuisine American - Southern
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Chill: 3 hours hours
Total Time: 3 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
Servings:8
Calories:253
Author:Marye Audet-White
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Equipment Needed

  • Pie Pan
  • Whisk
  • mixing bowl
  • rubber spatula
  • Stand mixer

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip
  • graham cracker pie crust

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Instructions

  • Add the cream cheese and sugar to the bowl of an electric mixer.
  • Beat until well combined and the sugar crystals have mostly gone.
  • Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  • Add the vanilla and beat until well mixed.
  • Stir in the pineapple.
  • Fold in Cool Whip gently until well blended.
  • Spoon the pineapple mixture into a graham cracker pie crust.
  • Refrigerate for 3 - 4 hours or overnight.

Notes

 
Storage:
Store this easy dessert in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
This simple pie also freezes well. Just wrap it good and slip into the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
Expert Tip: Softened cream cheese is best. It is important to make sure that your cream cheese is completely at room temperature before making this easy recipe. It won't mix well if it's too cold.
  • Save the pineapple juice when you drain it, and use the reserved pineapple juice to make a delicious marinade for chicken.
  • Be sure to drain that pineapple well or the pie won't set up right.
  • Be gentle when folding in the Cool Whip so that it doesn't become runny.
  • Be sure to allow enough time for the pie to chill. I like to leave it in the fridge overnight before serving.
  • For pretty slices pop it into the freezer for 30 minutes before slicing and serving. Use a hot knife and wipe it between cuts.
  • Don't use fresh pineapple in this! There's an enzyme in fresh pineapple that can make the recipe fail.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 253kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 112mg | Potassium: 157mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 437IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 1mg

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    Comments

    1. Annette Kreamer

      May 17, 2023 at 11:48 am

      5 stars
      I want your Recipe please that look so Good.

      Reply
      • Marye

        May 17, 2023 at 1:34 pm

        Just scroll to the bottom of the page. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Walter

      January 09, 2023 at 1:21 pm

      Sorry, I changed your recipe. Added a can of drained chunky pineapple, drained mandarin oranges, and a jar of drained maraschino cherries. This barely fits in a 10" crust. Everybody loved it.

      Reply
    3. DL Seaman

      November 21, 2022 at 2:37 pm

      I love this pineapple cheesecake pie. I wonder if chopped walnuts would taste good in it?? I'm thinking they might.

      Reply
      • Marye

        November 21, 2022 at 2:43 pm

        I bet they would.

        Reply
    4. Terry

      June 19, 2022 at 3:32 am

      Hey Marye! Silly questions for you...what size pie shell are you using? I've noticed several different sizes available, dependent on the store. Also wondering how much to increase the ingredient quantities if I want to use a 9x13 pan & turn it into bars to feed more people? A lot easier than trying to wrestle with multiple pies IMHO 🙃 Thanks so much, from a crisp 48°F Alberta morning.

      Reply
      • Marye

        June 20, 2022 at 5:57 am

        I usually use a 9 inch or 10 inch. I haven't found much difference in the two but my 9-inch are old an a little deeper than some of the newer ones.

        Reply
    5. Latasha M.

      May 26, 2022 at 2:52 pm

      5 stars
      Just made this recipe and love it. It's very simple and didn't take long to prepare. I saved some of the crushed pineapples for garnish and added cherries on top. 5 star recipe!

      Reply
    6. Deb C

      May 24, 2022 at 2:37 am

      5 stars
      I gave it five stars because my boyfriend loved it! It was delish!

      Reply
    7. Cyndi

      March 23, 2022 at 4:17 pm

      5 stars
      I love pineapple, and I have tried pineapple cheese cake from a restaurant, this looks so good, can't wait to try it!

      Reply

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