Introduction:

A No Bake Pineapple Cream Dessert is a luscious and satisfying recipe that combines pineapple and creamy goodness to bring a heavenly treat. Whenever you want to create a stunning dessert without putting in a lot of time, this easy-to-make recipe should be your go-to option, it does not involve a lot of prep work, and there is no need to use the oven, which makes it a time saver and luxurious at the same time. The light, yet dense cream complements the tangy and sweetened pineapple beautifully, exceeding all expectations this dessert would serve.

 

 

Ingredients:

1 cup graham cracker crumbs (optional for crust)

1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained

1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

1 cup heavy whipping cream

2 tablespoons melted butter (optional for crust)

1 cup powdered sugar

1 package (1 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

 

 

Instructions:

The Crust: (Optional) To create a base for the dessert, combine melted butter and graham cracker crumbs crush and pat into a square baking dish or a round pie tin. Leave in the fridge to settle for 15 minutes.

The Cream Filling: Using a large mixing bowl, combine butter and cream cheese and melt them, slowly mixing in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until fluffy and combined.

Making the cream: First, in a different deep bowl, combine the heavy cream and mix until the mixture forms stiff peaks. After that, combine the mixture of cream cheese and the whipped cream mixture fully.

Incorporating the pineapple: Mix the drained crushed pineapple with the cream mixture. If using a crust, pour the mixture on top of it. If not, pour the cream mixture into a serving bowl.

Chilling: Cover the mix and keep it in the refrigerator for a minimum time-span of 2-3 hours, until firm enough.

Serving: When the mix is chilled enough, serve it directly without anything or pour some additional crushed pineapples, whipped cream or sprinkle some coconut on top for enhanced flavor.

 

Success Strategies:

in the fridge to settle for 15 minutes.

The Cream Filling: Using a large mixing bowl, combine butter and cream cheese and melt them, slowly mixing in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until fluffy and combined.

Making the cream: First, in a different deep bowl, combine the heavy cream and mix until the mixture forms stiff peaks. After that, combine the mixture of cream cheese and the whipped cream mixture fully.

Incorporating the pineapple: Mix the drained crushed pineapple with the cream mixture. If using a crust, pour the mixture on top of it. If not, pour the cream mixture into a serving bowl.

Chilling: Cover the mix and keep it in the refrigerator for a minimum time-span of 2-3 hours, until firm enough.

Serving: When the mix is chilled enough, serve it directly without anything or pour some additional crushed pineapples, whipped cream or sprinkle some coconut on top for enhanced flavor.

 

Success Strategies:

When using pineapples, make sure to remove as much moisture as you can so the dessert does not become spoilt.

Use warmed up cream cheese so lumps are not formed when making the mixture.

If on time limits, simply layer the pineapple and cream mix in a bowl, and do not use the crust.

Make sure to not skip chilling it for a few hours as it greatly strengthens the dessert.

 

 

Health Benefits:

Pineapple: Pineapples are great for the body since they have high amounts of vitamin C and bromelain which is an enzyme that assists with digestion.

Whipping Cream: Even though it is fatty, Whipping cream is a great addition to your calorie count and can be used in the creation of a decadent dessert.

Low in Gluten: Any dessert not using graham cracker crust is inherently free of gluten.

 

 

Nutritional Breakdown (For 1 serving):

Let’s assume it is served 8 times and does not contain a crust

Calories: 220

Fat: 18g

Saturated Fat: 10g

Cholesterol: 45mg

Carbohydrates: 15g

Sugars: 14g

Protein: 1g

Fiber: 1g

 

 

Variations and Substitutions:

Fruits: Other than pineapple you could use strawberries, or mangoes, even peaches if you wish to add a new flavour to the dessert. Crust: Use digestive biscuits or vanilla wafer cookies and mix in some nuts instead of graham crackers to make wrinkle. Vegan Version: Replace cream cheese with a vegan substitute, heavy whipping with coconut whipping cream and use a plant based pudding mix instead. Sweeteners: Use stevia, or monk fruit instead of powered sugar for the low sugar version.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Can I make this dessert ahead of time? This dessert is prepared at least two days in advance and can be refrigerated. Can I use fresh pineapple instead of canned? You can, but it will need to be finely chopped and be drained to eliminate any excess moisture.

 

Can I freeze this dessert? Even though it is possible to freeze this dish, the texture may be altered upon thawing because the whipped cream could potentially separate. Best served fresh after being chilled in the fridge, this dish is always a cooler option.

Is this dessert gluten-free? Yes, this dessert can be considered gluten-free unless you wish to add the graham cracker crust or substitute it with a non-gluten cookie crumble.

 

 

Conclusion:

A light and simple scrumptious no-bake dessert that is perfect for every occasion, No-bake pineapple cream dessert can be enjoyed after a family meal, during a picnic, or even on a festive occasion, say a birthday party. It is a fun way of eating something sweet without worrying about how it would taste, because after all who doesn’t love a tropical flavored cream. The smoothness only adds to the deliciousness. This is a simple dessert that is showcases bountifulness in various flavors and improvisations!