Description
Indulge in a taste of the tropics with this delightful Pina Colada Lush dessert. Layers of creamy goodness, pineapple, and coconut come together in a no-bake treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Cream Cheese Layer:
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 (8-ounce) container whipped topping, thawed and divided
Pineapple Coconut Layer:
- 1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, well drained
- 1 (3.4-ounce) package instant coconut cream pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut, toasted
- Maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Graham Cracker Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form the crust.
- Cream Cheese Layer: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping. Spread over the crust.
- Pineapple Coconut Layer: Mix pudding mix with cold milk until thickened. Stir in drained crushed pineapple. Spread over the cream cheese layer.
- Top with remaining whipped topping, toasted coconut, and cherries. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger tropical flavor, add 1 tablespoon of rum extract to the pudding mixture.
- This dessert is best made a day ahead to let the layers set. Keep chilled until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American, Tropical-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
