Pineapple Coconut Dream Dessert
Ingredients
For the base layer:
2 cups crushed pineapple (with juice)
1 cup shredded coconut
1 cup crushed vanilla cookies or graham crackers
1/3 cup melted butter
For the cream layer:
1 cup heavy whipping cream (or whipped topping)
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the pineapple topping:
2 cups pineapple chunks or crushed pineapple
1/4 cup sugar (optional)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Toasted coconut for garnish
Instructions
1️⃣ Make the base
- In a bowl, combine crushed cookies, shredded coconut, and melted butter.
- Mix well and press the mixture into the bottom of a glass baking dish.
- Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set.
2️⃣ Make the cream layer
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until fluffy.
- Fold the whipped cream gently into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spread the cream layer evenly over the chilled base.
3️⃣ Make the pineapple topping
- Add pineapple, sugar, and cornstarch to a small pot.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the mixture thickens.
- Let the pineapple mixture cool completely.
- Spread it gently over the cream layer.
4️⃣ Final step
Sprinkle toasted coconut on top.
Refrigerate for at least 3 hours (6 hours is even better).
Slice and serve cold.
