Description

Pineapple Dream Dessert

Your New No-Bake Obsession

Creamy, Cool, and Made for Sharing

Hey friends, Beau here from Feastical! When the sun is shining and people are coming over, I want a dessert that feels special without turning my kitchen into a sauna. That’s exactly why this Pineapple Dream Dessert has been my secret weapon for years.

Ingredients

For the Graham Cracker Crust

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp granulated sugar

For the Pineapple Dream Filling

8 oz cream cheese, fully softened
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
8 oz crushed pineapple, VERY well drained
8 oz whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
(or equal amount freshly whipped cream, lightly sweetened)

Instructions

1. Make the Crust

In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until it resembles wet sand.
Press firmly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch dish, using the bottom of a glass to compact it evenly.
Refrigerate while you prepare the filling.

2. Cream the Base

In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and butter together for 2–3 minutes until completely smooth and lump-free. Scrape down the bowl as needed.

Add powdered sugar and vanilla. Beat until fluffy and well combined.

3. Add the Pineapple

Fold in the well-drained crushed pineapple using a spatula. (Drain it more than you think you need to!)

4. Fold in the Fluff

Gently fold in the whipped topping until the filling is light, airy, and uniform. Do not stir—folding keeps it cloud-like.

5. Assemble & Chill

Spread filling evenly over the chilled crust. Smooth the top, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until fully set.

Notes

Drain the pineapple aggressively — excess juice = runny filling
Fully softened cream cheese and butter = silky texture
Overnight chilling gives the cleanest slices and best flavor