Description
Cheesecake Pineapple Dip is a creamy, tropical no-bake dessert made with rich cream cheese, juicy crushed pineapple, fluffy whipped topping, and a hint of vanilla. This easy dessert dip is perfect for parties, potlucks, holidays, or anytime you need a refreshing sweet treat to serve with fruit, cookies, or graham crackers.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
For the Dip
- 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, well drained
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans or macadamia nuts (optional)
For Garnish
- Fresh pineapple chunks
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Maraschino cherries
- Fresh mint leaves
For Serving
- Graham crackers
- Vanilla wafers
- Shortbread cookies
- Apple slices
- Strawberries
Instructions
Instructions
- Beat the cream cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until completely smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat until creamy and well combined.
- Fold in the well-drained crushed pineapple and shredded coconut, if using.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Stir in the chopped pecans or macadamia nuts if desired.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Garnish with toasted coconut, pineapple chunks, cherries, and fresh mint before serving.
- Serve chilled with graham crackers, cookies, fresh fruit, or your favorite dippers.
Notes
Drain the pineapple thoroughly to prevent the dip from becoming watery. For even more tropical flavor, add a few tablespoons of finely chopped mango or a splash of coconut extract. The dip can be made up to one day in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 recipe
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: cheesecake pineapple dip, pineapple cheesecake dip, tropical dessert dip, no bake cheesecake dip, easy dessert dip, pineapple party dip