HOW TO MAKE NO-BAKE PINEAPPLE DREAM DESSERT
This Pineapple Dream Dessert requires no baking and is quite delicious. My go-to sweet treats look stunning like this one, have a wide appeal, and don’t call for any preparation. This dish is very stunning and perfect for the holiday season. If you like pineapple, you’re going to think this is wonderful. If you like coconut as well, that’s a huge plus!
This dessert is a light and airy pineapple cheesecake that is easy to bring to parties and always receives glowing reviews from those who try it. The preparation time for these simple treats is just 15 to 20 minutes, making them ideal for the spring and summer months.
INGREDIENTS LIST:
THE CRUST INGREDIENTS:
200 grams.Of granulated sugar.
Unsalted butter – I used 2 sticks; melted.
Graham cracker crumbs; I used 2½ cups.
THE PINEAPPLE FILLING INGREDIENTS:
Cream cheese; I used 220 grams – softened.
1 Cup.Of powdered sugar.
1 Cup.Of crushed pineapple – drained.
A 220 grams container.Of Cool Whip.
THE WHIPPED PINEAPPLE TOPPING INGREDIENTS:
¼ Cup.Of toasted shredded coconut.
¼ Cup.Of pineapple chunks.
Cool Whip; I used a 220 grams container.
1 Tsp.Of pineapple extract.
2 drops.Of yellow food coloring.
TO MAKE THE CRUST, FOLLOW THESE DIRECTIONS:
1st Step
In a small mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers with sugar and melted butter until well incorporated.
2nd Step
Put the mixture into a baking dish about 9 by 9 inches and put it aside.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAKING THE PINEAPPLE FILLING:
1st Step
Cream the cream cheese using a standing mixer until it reaches a smooth and creamy consistency. Powdered sugar should be worked in gradually until it is fully incorporated.
2nd Step
Blend in the Cool Whip, then whip the mixture until it becomes airy. Mix the crushed pineapple into the mixture using a spatula.
3rd Step
After evenly spreading the filling with an angled spatula, dollop the remaining filling on top of the crust.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAKING THE PINEAPPLE TOPPING:
1st Step
Mix the pineapple essence, Cool Whip, and yellow food coloring together in a basin about the size of a salad bowl. Stir until all ingredients are incorporated.
2nd Step
Spoon the topping out over the pineapple filling using a spatula to ensure uniform distribution. Lightly roasted coconut, together with bits of pineapple.
3rd Step
Let the pineapple dessert chill in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours before serving.