Description
Indulge in the tropical flavors of a Pina Colada Lush dessert that combines creamy layers of coconut, pineapple, and cream cheese over a buttery graham cracker crust. This no-bake treat is perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a taste of paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cream Cheese Layer:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
Pineapple Coconut Layer:
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant coconut cream pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
Garnish:
- Maraschino cherries
- Extra whipped topping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Graham Cracker Crust: Mix crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9×13-inch baking dish and bake.
- Make Cream Cheese Layer: Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar, then fold in whipped topping. Spread over the cooled crust.
- Prepare Pineapple Coconut Layer: Mix coconut pudding with milk, fold in pineapple and whipped topping. Spread over the cream cheese layer.
- Chill and Garnish: Sprinkle shredded coconut, chill for 4 hours, then garnish with cherries and whipped topping before serving.
Notes
- You can use a store-bought graham cracker crust to save time.
- For a more tropical twist, add rum extract to the pudding layer.
- Ensure pineapple is well-drained to prevent a soggy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
