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Easy Pineapple Dessert Recipe: Quick, Sweet, and Simple

Easy Pineapple Dessert

A quick, no-bake pineapple pudding pie made with crushed pineapple, instant vanilla pudding, whipped topping, and a graham-cracker crust. It takes about 10 minutes to assemble and needs at least 2 hours to chill.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 20-ounce can Crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
  • 1 3.4-ounce package Instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 8-ounce container Frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 9-inch crust Prepared graham-cracker crust

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Add the undrained crushed pineapple and instant vanilla pudding mix to a mixing bowl. Whisk for about 1 to 2 minutes, until the pudding mix is fully incorporated and the mixture begins to thicken.
  2. Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the pineapple-pudding mixture. Stop folding as soon as the filling looks evenly blended so it stays light and airy.
  3. Spoon the filling into the prepared 9-inch graham-cracker crust. Smooth the top with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
  4. Cover the pie and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours before slicing. For the firmest filling and cleanest slices, chill it overnight.

Notes

Do not drain the pineapple because the juice activates the instant pudding mix. Store the covered dessert in the refrigerator and serve cold. Optional variations include 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut or 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts.