Million Dollar Pie

Million Dollar Pie

🍍🥥 Frozen Pineapple Coconut Cream Pie — The Vacation You Can Eat

 

Million Dollar Pie

Some desserts whisper. This one sings steel drum music while wearing a flower lei.

If sunshine had a flavor, it would taste exactly like a slice of this Frozen Pineapple Coconut Cream Pie — sweet, tangy, creamy, and just a little bit toasty. It’s a pie that says, “Go ahead…kick off your sandals, stay awhile.”

Picture this: you’re digging your fork into a layer of buttery shortbread crust, fluffy pineapple-infused cream, and a sprinkle of golden toasted coconut — all crowned with cheerful maraschino cherries like tiny beach umbrellas. The first bite? Instant mood lift.

This pie isn’t just dessert. It’s a mini vacation for your taste buds — and you don’t even have to pack a bag.

🌟 Why You’ll Love This Pie

• No-fuss beauty. Minimal baking, maximum payoff.
• Cool & refreshing. Perfect for warm days or when you just need summer vibes.
• Crowd-pleaser. Ideal for potlucks, BBQs, and family gatherings.
• Make-ahead magic. Freezer-friendly for up to a month — dessert on standby!

How was your Easter? We had so much fun!!! Every year we have a Easter egg hunt with all the fam! My husband hid the eggs for the teens and did such a good job. When a teenager tells you that it was the best hunt ever, you know you have accomplished something.

The hunt was the best but have I told you how good my kids can cook? I’m always amazed by what they bring and the presentation is amazing! It’s not just my daughters but my sons are so good! 

We had so much fun roasting hotdogs and the side dishes were out of this world. Zac brought Caesar salad on kabobs, Ben made deviled eggs, Jessica brought a beautiful fruit tray and veggie tray, and Cassie made blondie brownies. Since I know that they try to out do each other, I know I have to up my game as well.

I think this pie did the trick! It is so creamy and delicious that you don’t want to stop eating it. 

 

 

Million Dollar Pie

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Ingredients

• Cooking spray
• 1 pkg Shortbread cookies, finely crushed (about 2 c.)
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
• 1 1/2 cups sweetened coconut flakes
• 8 oz. cream cheese
• 1 (14-oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 (20-oz.) can crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 (8-oz.) container Cool Whip
• maraschino cherries, for serving

Instructions

1. Place racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 325°. Grease a 9"-spring form pan with cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, mix shortbread crumbs, butter, until combined (mixture should resemble wet sand). Using the bottom of a measuring cup, press cookie mixture into bottom of prepared dish.
3. Place coconut on a large baking sheet and spread in an even layer.
4. Bake coconut on top rack, tossing halfway through, and pie crust on bottom rack until crust is golden brown and coconut is lightly toasted, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool 15 minutes.
5. In a large bowl, using a handheld mixer on medium-high speed, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add milk, lemon juice and beat until well combined. Stir in pineapple and all but 1/2 cup of the toasted coconut and pecans. Fold in Cool Whip.
6. Pile high in cooled crust. Top with maraschino cherries. Sprinkle remaining toasted coconut in center of pie. Freeze until frozen, at least 4 hours or, wrapped, up to 1 month.
7. Let pie come to room temperature before slicing.

🍽 Calorie Count & Nutritional Facts (Per Slice – Approximate)

💡 Tip for lightening up: Swap Cool Whip for a lighter whipped topping, use reduced-fat cream cheese, or opt for unsweetened coconut.

 

Million Dollar Pie

🍳 Cooking Tips From My Kitchen to Yours

• Drain Pineapple Well – Extra juice can make the filling too soft. Press it gently with paper towels if needed.
• No Springform? – A deep pie dish works fine; just line with parchment for easy removal.
• For Softer Texture – Move pie to the fridge 2 hours before serving instead of letting it thaw at room temp.
• Extra Citrus Kick – Add a teaspoon of lemon zest for a bright note.

🎨 Recipe Variations to Keep It Fun

• Pina Colada Dream – Add 2 tbsp coconut rum to the filling (grown-up version).
• Berry Breeze – Swap pineapple for chopped strawberries or raspberries.
• Nutty Island – Stir in chopped toasted pecans or macadamia nuts.
• Chocolate-Dipped Twist – Drizzle each slice with melted dark chocolate before serving.

👧 Kid Tips for Happy Helpers

• Let them be the official Cherry Placer — trust me, they’ll take it seriously.
• Have them crush the shortbread by sealing it in a bag and using a rolling pin (bonus: quiet hands for 10 minutes).
• Make “mini vacation pies” by pressing crust into muffin tins for individual servings.

🛒 Grocery Hacks You’ll Thank Me For

• Cookie Shortcut – If shortbread isn’t on sale, use vanilla wafers or graham crackers.
• Bulk Coconut – Buy unsweetened coconut in the baking aisle and toast with a sprinkle of powdered sugar to sweeten yourself.
• Cool Whip Swap – Whip heavy cream with a touch of powdered sugar for a more homemade feel.
• Holiday Trick – Stock up on sweetened condensed milk during holiday baking sales — it’s good for months.

💬 Let’s Talk Pie Traditions

Do you have a “frozen dessert” memory? Maybe your grandma made icebox cakes, or your family swore by a certain flavor of Jell-O pie. Share in the comments — I might just feature your story (and recipe!) in a future Friday Favorites post.

🌈 Final Thoughts

This pie is more than the sum of its parts — it’s sunshine in dessert form. It’s the kind of sweet you serve when you want people to linger at the table just a little longer, trading stories and laughs.

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So here’s the deal: life’s too short for boring desserts. Make this Frozen Pineapple Coconut Cream Pie, slice it up, and watch the smiles happen. It’s easy, it’s gorgeous, and it’s got vacation energy baked (well, frozen) right in.

Challenge for you: make it, snap a photo, and tag me — I want to see your best cherry placement skills. Bonus points if you serve it wearing flip-flops.

Did you try our Million Dollar Pie Recipe? What did you think? Did you love it? We would love to hear from you! Please leave us a comment below or tag us on Instagram! 

 

 

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