Hawaiian Pineapple Dessert Recipe

Escape to paradise with this dreamy Hawaiian Pineapple Dessert! Inspired by a recent dinner party, this recipe combines creamy pudding, a buttery cookie crust, and the sweet tang of fresh pineapple for a taste of the islands. Easy to make, yet elegant enough for any occasion, this dessert is sure to be a new family favorite.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 295.3 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Hawaiian Pineapple Dessert

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How to Make Hawaiian Pineapple Dessert

  1. Drain one 20-ounce can of crushed pineapple, reserving the juice.
  2. Add enough water to the reserved pineapple juice to measure 2 cups of liquid.
  3. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix, unflavored gelatin, and 2 cups of liquid.
  4. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a full boil and is thickened. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and pour the pudding mixture into a large bowl.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate until the pudding is thickened, about 30-45 minutes.
  7. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping.
  8. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  9. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until evenly moistened.
  10. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9 inch baking pan.
  11. Bake for 8 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Remove and let cool completely.
  12. Once the crust is cool, pour the thickened pudding mixture over the crust.
  13. Top with the drained pineapple.
  14. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the dessert is completely set and firm. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

158g

Fat

45g

Carbs

15g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hawaiian Pineapple Dessert?

Hawaiian Pineapple Dessert takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hawaiian Pineapple Dessert?

Hawaiian Pineapple Dessert has approximately 295.3 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hawaiian Pineapple Dessert?

The key ingredients for Hawaiian Pineapple Dessert are Pineapple Tidbits, Vanilla Pudding Mix, Lemon Jell O Gelatin, Non Dairy Whipped Topping, Vanilla Cookie Crumbs, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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