Pineapple Cream Cheese Pie Recipe – Easy Tropical Dessert Delight

If you love the tropical sweetness of pineapple and the creamy richness of cheesecake, then this Pineapple Cream Cheese Pie is for you! With a smooth, tangy cream cheese filling and a deliciously sweet pineapple topping, this dessert is the perfect balance of flavors. Best of all, it’s easy to make and requires simple ingredients. Let’s dive into the step-by-step recipe!

📝 Ingredients

For the Crust

• 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits, crushed)
• ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
• ½ cup (115g) melted butter

For the Cream Cheese Filling

• 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream (whipped)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Pineapple Topping

• 1 can (20 oz / 565g) crushed pineapple, drained
• ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Graham Cracker Crust

1. Crush the graham crackers (or digestive biscuits) into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a ziplock bag and rolling them with a rolling pin.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
3. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, ensuring the bottom and sides are evenly covered.
4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to firm up while you prepare the filling.

Step 2: Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling

1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add the sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, then stir in the lemon juice.
5. Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust and refrigerate while preparing the pineapple topping.

Step 3: Make the Pineapple Topping

1. In a saucepan, combine the crushed pineapple, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
2. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Let the mixture cool slightly before spreading it over the cream cheese layer.

Step 4: Chill and Serve

1. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or until set.
2. Slice and serve this tropical delight chilled, garnished with fresh pineapple slices or whipped cream if desired.