Description
Millionaire Pie is a creamy, no-bake dessert featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust filled with a tropical mixture of sweetened coconut, crushed pineapple, maraschino cherries, pecans, and whipped topping. This chilled pie combines refreshing citrus notes with rich sweetness, making it a perfect treat for gatherings and warm weather.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 Tablespoons butter, melted
- ⅓ cup sugar
Filling
- 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple, canned and well drained
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 5 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon maraschino cherry juice
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until the mixture is evenly moistened and holds together when pressed.
- Form the crust: Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate to create an even crust layer.
- Chill the crust: Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the filling, allowing it to firm up.
- Mix the filling ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the sweetened coconut flakes, drained crushed pineapple, chopped maraschino cherries, chopped pecans, sweetened condensed milk, fresh lemon juice, and maraschino cherry juice. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the fruit and condensed milk mixture until fully incorporated, taking care not to deflate the whipped texture.
- Assemble the pie: Pour the prepared filling mixture into the chilled graham cracker crust, spreading it out evenly.
- Refrigerate the pie: Set the assembled pie in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours to chill and allow the filling to set properly.
- Serve: Once chilled and firm, slice the pie and serve chilled for a refreshing dessert.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly to avoid a soggy crust.
- For best results, use freshly whipped topping or thaw frozen whipped topping completely before folding into the filling.
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts or omit nuts for a nut-free version.
- Store leftover pie covered in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 days for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
