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
- 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.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, ensuring the bottom and sides are evenly covered.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to firm up while you prepare the fillin