Description
Dreamy pineapple cream cheese pie promises a tropical escape with its silky filling and buttery crust. Cool and creamy layers blend island flavors that will instantly transport you to a refreshing paradise of sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 large eggs, separated
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) melted butter
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
Finishing and Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons (25 grams) sugar
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) chopped pecans or almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (180C), ensuring an even temperature for optimal baking.
- Create the crust by thoroughly mixing graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the texture resembles coarse sand.
- Firmly press the crust mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish, creating an even, compact layer.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whip cream cheese and sugar until achieving a smooth, creamy consistency without lumps.
- Incorporate crushed pineapple, vanilla extract, and egg yolks into the cream cheese mixture, stirring until fully integrated.
- Carefully pour the pineapple-cream cheese filling into the prepared graham cracker crust, spreading evenly to the edges.
- Transfer the pie to the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, watching for a slightly golden top and set filling.
- While the pie bakes, whip heavy cream and sugar together until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Remove pie from oven and allow to cool completely at room temperature, approximately 1 hour.
- Once cooled, generously spread whipped cream across the pie’s surface.
- Optional: Sprinkle chopped pecans or almonds over the whipped cream for added texture and flavor.
- Refrigerate the pie for a minimum of 2 hours to ensure proper setting and enhanced flavor melding.
- Slice and serve chilled, enjoying the creamy, tropical dessert.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or oat-based crackers for a celiac-friendly version.
- Reduce sugar content by using stevia or monk fruit sweetener for a lower-calorie dessert option.
- Drain pineapple thoroughly to prevent excess moisture that could make the pie filling runny.
- Achieve a perfectly smooth filling by ensuring cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg