Pineapple Refrigerator Cake
Indulge in the tropical delight of Pineapple Refrigerator Cake—a no-bake dessert that's as easy to make as it is refreshing! This layered treat starts with a buttery graham cracker crust and is topped with a dreamy cream cheese filling sweetened with powdered sugar and vanilla. To add a burst of sunshine, a light and fruity layer of whipped topping mixed with juicy crushed pineapple crowns the cake, with a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs as the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and requiring no oven time, this chilled dessert is the ultimate choice for warm-weather gatherings or when you need a make-ahead crowd-pleaser. With its creamy texture, tropical flavors, and irresistible simplicity, this Pineapple Refrigerator Cake will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Crushed graham crackers
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 16 ounces Whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 20 ounces Crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Additional graham cracker crumbs (for topping)
Instructions
Start by preparing the crust. Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop over low heat.
In a separate bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers and the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the graham cracker mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form the crust. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and mix until fully combined.
Gently fold in 8 ounces of the whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust.
In another bowl, mix the drained crushed pineapple with the remaining 8 ounces of whipped topping until well combined.
Gently spread the pineapple-whipped topping mixture over the cream cheese layer, ensuring an even spread.
Sprinkle additional graham cracker crumbs over the top for garnish.
Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Slice into squares, serve chilled, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4496 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 229.6 g | 294% | |
| Saturated Fat | 152.7 g | 764% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 375 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 2458 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 580.3 g | 211% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 334.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.6 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 477 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 1444 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
