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No Bake Pineapple Coconut Cream Pie

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Experience the tropics with every bite of this refreshing no bake pineapple coconut cream pie. From the sweet and tangy crushed pineapple to the fluffy whipped coconut cream to the crunchy toasted coconut, this is summer in a pie!

(Love tropical treats? Try this cold and refreshing buko pandan. It’s a popular Filipino dessert made of coconut, tapioca pearls and pandan-infused gelatine. It’s delicious! Mango graham cake or mango float is another favourite summertime treat – absolutely no baking required.)

No Bake Pineapple Coconut Cream Pie

I may not want to admit it but summer is winding down. We still get marvelous sunshine however the days are getting shorter, the air is crisper in the morning and it’s been averaging in the low 20s (65F) more and more.

Plus, this is the last recipe in our No Bake Summer Series! That went by fast (remember the Strawberry Mango Banana Smoothie from June?). We will pick it up again next year but in the meantime, I leave you with this amazing, no bake pineapple coconut cream pie. It’s the perfect send-off to summer!

Labour Day weekend

No Bake Pineapple Coconut Cream Pie

I know a lot of you have been busy with back-to-school activities but here, school doesn’t start until after Labour Day. So the Labour Day weekend is really when we try to cram as much summer activities as we can.

And this pie is perfect for those BBQs and picnics and parties you’re cooking up. Pineapples + coconut + more coconut…a summer dessert can’t get any more tropical than this!

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Use chilled coconut cream

No Bake Pineapple Coconut Cream Pie

I kid you not when I say it’s super easy to whip this up. Just one important thing to remember: use coconut cream and not coconut milk. The cans look very similar sometimes so double-check you’re grabbing the right one.

And chill the can the night before you plan to use it. You want the solidified coconut cream and not the watery bits. Don’t throw away the watery portion though! It’s still good for other recipes like smoothies.

No bake pineapple coconut cream pie

No Bake Pineapple Coconut Cream Pie

Then off you go! Prepare your crust. Freeze. Prepare your filling. Chill. Top with toasted coconuts and more whipped coconut cream before serving. Enjoy! It’s really that easy.

So this long weekend, the last long weekend of summer, make this no bake pineapple coconut cream pie and have a wonderful time! Make it count!

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No Bake Pineapple Coconut Cream Pie

No Bake Pineapple Coconut Cream Pie

No bake pineapple coconut cream pie - sweet and tangy crushed pineapple, fluffy whipped coconut cream, crunchy toasted coconut. Summer in a pie!

Ingredients

    For the Coconut Crust:
  • 2 cups (170 grams) graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup (60 grams) sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • Pinch of salt
    For the Pineapple Coconut Cream Filling:
  • 1 packet (equivalent to 1 tablespoon) unflavoured gelatine
  • 1 14 oz (400 ml) can coconut cream, chilled
  • 1 8 oz (250 grams) block cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 14 oz (400 ml) can crushed pineapple, drained (keep the juice)
    To Serve (optional):
  • Sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
  • Whipped coconut cream

Instructions

    For the Coconut Crust:
  1. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, 1/2 cup melted butter and a pinch of salt. Stir until evenly moist.
  2. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Freeze while you prepare the filling.
    For the Pineapple Coconut Cream Filling:
  1. Pour 1 packet of unflavoured gelatine into a small bowl with 3 tablespoons of pineapple juice (drained from the can of crushed pineapple). Do not stir. Let sit for 10 minutes to allow it to bloom.
  2. In the meantime, using a handheld electric mixer or a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat cream cheese and 2 tablespoons sugar on medium high speed until smooth and creamy. Fold crushed pineapples. Set aside.
  3. Using a handheld electric mixer or a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whip a can of coconut cream (only use the solidified portions of your coconut cream, see my notes above) on medium high speed until resembling soft peaks. Get your gelatine and microwave for no more than 10 seconds (the bowl should not be warm to the touch). Whisk until smooth.
  4. With the mixer on medium low speed, gradually pour it in a steady stream into your coconut cream. Continue whipping until the gelatine is incorporated.
  5. Fold your coconut cream into your cream cheese pineapple mixture. Transfer the filling into your prepared crust and chill for 4-6 hours, preferably overnight.
  6. To serve, top with coconut cream and sprinkle with toasted sweetened shredded coconut
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  4. Linda @ 2 Cookin Mamas says

    Cream cheese, pineapple and coconut cream – sounds like I’ve gone to the islands! Beautiful pie and I bet with some gluten-free graham cracker crumbs I can make this for my daughter. Thanks for the last flavors of summer!

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  6. Carrie says

    This sounds so delicious! It has been averaging around 10 here… So fall is definitely here… It even snowed in the mountains recently… Yikes! So any recipes that lets me hold on to a bit of summer is good for me!

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    • Jolina says

      Yikes! And I thought our frost warnings were bad lol. Oh well, it’s inevitable I guess 🙂 And yes, we will grill as long as we can and hold on to summer as much as possible!

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  10. Erica Schwarz says

    Oh man you are talking my language. Coconut cream pie is right up there with Key Lime and Pumpkin for me – my favorites.

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  12. Amanda says

    I’m all about no bake desserts. They are so simple, beautiful, and perfect for bringing to a party. Would love to test out your recipe this Labor Day!

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  15. Eloise says

    that pie looks amazing! I’m a sucker for good pies, yum! I love that this is no bake too, I’m going to have to make this during the week ; ) thanks!

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  25. John says

    Good Morning, Jolina! This pie looks amazing. I’ve never seen pineapple added to a coconut cream pie. I bet it’s a delicious combination. Thank you for sharing!!

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  26. Sandy N Vyjay says

    This pie looks really ravishing and tempting too. Pineapple and Coconut are personal favourites and if they combine, then the effect is definitely magical.Would love to try this recipe.

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  31. Jaime Nicole says

    This sounds like the perfect summer dessert! I love the flavors and no-bake is a must when you don’t want to use the oven!

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  33. Sarah Honey says

    This no bake pineapple coconut cream pie sounds delicious. I’ve never had pineapple added to coconut cream pie.

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  34. Our Family World says

    Okay, you got me at no bake. This looks like one awesome dessert that is easy to make. I love the toasted coconut you generously sprinkled as topping. That would be so delicious!

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  37. Lisa says

    Oh, everything about this looks so good. That is a huge bonus it is all no bake. Perfect for those hot summer days.

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  40. Jennifer says

    Okay, let me start by saying that I am not a fan of coconut. However, I love pineapple, and your recipe looks absolutely amazing! Seriously, I want to run out and make it right now!

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  41. Tomi says

    I have made several no bake pies in my time but I have never made a no bake coconut cream pie. The coconut and the pineapple sound like such a tropical treat. This would be an awesome pie for our family Labor Day picnic.

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  44. Alli Smith says

    I’m crazy about tropical flavors and this would be the perfect dessert for my big Labor Day bash! Pineapple and coconut? Yes, please! I’m such a summer person and I’m over here enjoying these last few weeks of summer! Your pie looks amazing!

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    • Jolina says

      Thanks Alli! I’m cherishing the last few days of summer too though it’s a little difficult seeing it’s been dipping to 13C (55F) the last few days LOL! Have a fabulous long weekend!

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  45. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    If only….if only I could snatch that pie right through my screen I totally one. Huge fan of coconut over here and this one is made for me! We have higher than normal temps around here too so the fact that this beauty is no bake is absolutely perfect! Happy Monday to ya!

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