Description
A refreshing dessert with a creamy pineapple filling and a crunchy graham cracker crust, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a mixing bowl.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×9 inch baking pan.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, until golden brown.
- Cool the crust completely before adding the filling.
- Beat the cream cheese in another bowl until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well.
- Fold in the drained crushed pineapple and whipped topping gently.
- Spread the mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into squares.
Notes
For best flavor, prepare a day in advance. Ensure the pineapple is well-drained to prevent a soggy filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pineapple dessert, graham cracker recipe, tropical treat