Make this rich and creamy Million Dollar Pie without turning on your oven. This recipe uses a graham cracker crust, cream cheese, pineapple, and pecans for a satisfying, quick dessert perfect for summer or holidays.
Author:ethancarter
Prep Time:20 min
Cook Time:0 min
Total Time:4 hr 20 min
Yield:8 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:No-Bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Instructions
Prepare the crust: Mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until the crumbs are evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Place the crust in the freezer while you prepare the filling.
Make the filling base: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it is smooth. Gradually beat in the sweetened condensed milk until the mixture is fully combined and creamy.
Add fruit and flavor: Stir in the well-drained crushed pineapple and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
Prepare the whipped topping: In a separate, clean bowl, beat the cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
Fold together: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until no streaks remain. Do not overmix.
Assemble the pie: Pour the filling into the chilled graham cracker crust and spread evenly. Sprinkle the top evenly with the toasted, chopped pecans.
Chill: Cover the pie loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until firm. For best results, chill overnight.
Serve: Slice and serve this easy summer pie cold.
Notes
Drain the crushed pineapple very well; excess liquid will prevent the pie from setting properly.
To toast pecans, spread them on a dry skillet over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often until fragrant.
If you prefer a fluffier texture, substitute 1 cup of frozen whipped topping (thawed) for the heavy whipping cream. Fold it in during step 5.