Description
A delightful no-bake dessert combining fresh strawberries and pineapple with creamy layers for a tropical flavor explosion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups whipped cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 can crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup milk
- Fresh strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until combined. Press into a 9×13-inch dish and chill.
- Make the Filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, add powdered sugar and vanilla, and mix until creamy. Fold in whipped cream and spread over the chilled crust.
- Add the Strawberries: Arrange sliced strawberries on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Prepare the Topping: Whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk until thickened, fold in drained crushed pineapple, and spread over the strawberries.
- Finish with Whipped Cream: Top with whipped cream and garnish with fresh strawberries.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor. You can add other tropical fruits like mango or kiwi for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cake, no-bake dessert, summer dessert, strawberry, tropical dessert