Description
This creamy and tropical Pineapple Cream Cheese Pie features a buttery graham cracker crust, a rich cream cheese filling, and a light whipped topping, with a hint of pineapple sweetness. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
For the Filling:
- 12 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs, separated
For the Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add crushed pineapple, vanilla extract, and egg yolks, mixing well to combine.
- Assemble the Pie: Pour the filling into the prepared graham cracker crust.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the pie is set and the filling is slightly firm to the touch.
- Prepare the Topping: In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream and sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Top the Pie: Spread the whipped cream on top of the pie. Garnish with chopped pecans or almonds if desired.
- Chill: Allow the pie to cool and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Make-Ahead: This pie can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Fruit Variations: If you prefer other fruit, try substituting the pineapple with crushed peaches or strawberries.
- Nut-Free: If you prefer a nut-free option, you can omit the pecans or almonds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg