Here’s a simple and delicious Pineapple Cream Cheese Pie recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ cup (1 stick) melted butter
- For the filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained well
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix well.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish to form an even crust.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
2. Prepare the filling:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until combined.
- Gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple and whipped topping, mixing until everything is well incorporated.
3. Assemble the pie:
- Pour the cream cheese filling into the cooled graham cracker crust.
- Smooth the top with a spatula.
4. Chill the pie:
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow it to set.
5. Serve:
- Once chilled and set, slice and enjoy your creamy, tangy, and sweet Pineapple Cream Cheese Pie!
You can also garnish the pie with some additional whipped topping or a few pineapple chunks if you like. Enjoy!