Description
Tropical paradise meets sweet indulgence in this no-bake pineapple cream dessert, blending creamy textures with bright tropical flavors. Cool, refreshing layers promise a delightful escape that will transport palates to sun-drenched island moments.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (20 ounces / 567 grams) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 graham cracker crust (9 inches / 23 centimeters)
Dairy and Topping Ingredients:
- 1 package (3.4 ounces / 96 grams) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) thawed whipped topping
Instructions
- Mix drained crushed pineapple with instant vanilla pudding mix in a spacious mixing bowl, ensuring thorough incorporation of ingredients.
- Incorporate sour cream into the pineapple-pudding blend, stirring until a uniform consistency is achieved.
- Delicately fold thawed whipped topping into the mixture, creating a smooth and velvety texture.
- Transfer the creamy pineapple mixture into prepared graham cracker crust, distributing evenly across the surface.
- Chill the dessert in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing flavors to meld and filling to set completely before serving.
Notes
- Drain pineapple thoroughly to prevent excess liquid from making the dessert runny, using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth for best results.
- Opt for low-fat or Greek yogurt as a healthier alternative to sour cream, maintaining the creamy texture while reducing calories.
- Create a gluten-free version by using gluten-free graham cracker crust or substituting with a nut-based crust like almond or coconut.
- Enhance flavor by adding a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes or a drizzle of caramel sauce on top just before serving for extra visual appeal and taste complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 246 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 178 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg