Description
Creamy “Jim’s Pineapple Cheese Pie” blends tropical sweetness with rich dairy comfort. Delightful dessert layers showcase tangy pineapple and smooth cheese in perfect harmony, inviting you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Filling:
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, crushed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping:
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup whipped cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp pineapple juice
- Optional: mint leaf for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9-inch pie dish.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a mixing bowl, stirring until the mixture resembles coarse sand.
- Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of the pie dish, creating an even crust layer.
- Chill the prepared crust in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually incorporate sugar, then add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Fold in crushed pineapple, sour cream, flour, and vanilla extract until the filling is well blended and uniform.
- Pour the filling over the chilled graham cracker crust, spreading evenly to the edges.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.
- Remove from the oven and allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours to set completely.
- Before serving, arrange fresh pineapple chunks on top of the pie.
- Whip cream with powdered sugar and pineapple juice until soft peaks form.
- Dollop whipped cream around the edges of the pie.
- Optionally, garnish with a mint leaf for a fresh touch.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Swap graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for a celiac-friendly version.
- Reduce sugar content by using a sugar substitute or cutting the amount by one-third to create a lighter, less sweet dessert.
- Prevent cracks in the cheesecake by baking in a water bath and avoiding overmixing the filling ingredients.
- Keep the pie’s texture smooth by ensuring cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing and beating gently to incorporate air without creating lumps.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg