Description
Million Dollar Pie is a delicious, no-bake dessert that combines the tropical flavors of coconut, pineapple, and lime. With a creamy filling and a crunchy cookie crust, it’s the perfect dessert for any occasion. Easy to make and utterly irresistible, this pie will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups crushed vanilla wafer cookies (or graham crackers)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 6 tablespoons salted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1 (8 oz) can crushed pineapple, well-drained
- 1/3 cup toasted sweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts or pecans
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping, thawed
- 1/2 teaspoon pure coconut extract (optional for added flavor)
For the Toppings:
- Extra whipped topping or homemade whipped cream
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Fresh pineapple slices or maraschino cherries
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the crushed vanilla wafer cookies and brown sugar. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Chill the crust in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to set.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and freshly squeezed lime juice until thickened.
- Gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple, toasted coconut flakes, and chopped nuts.
- Carefully fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is smooth and airy. Add the coconut extract for extra flavor, if desired.
- Pour the filling into the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow the filling to set.
- Before serving, decorate the pie with extra whipped topping, a sprinkle of toasted coconut, chopped nuts, and maraschino cherries or fresh pineapple slices.
- Slice, serve chilled, and enjoy!
Notes
- Storage: Keep the pie in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, covered with plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
- Freezing: You can freeze the pie for up to a month. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
- Flavor Adjustments: For a twist, use lemon juice instead of lime or add rum extract to the filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Tropical
