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Classic No-Bake Million Dollar Pie

A thick slice of creamy million dollar pie topped generously with pecans and crumbs on a white plate.
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You can make this rich and creamy Million Dollar Pie without turning on your oven. This old fashioned recipe uses a graham cracker crust, sweet condensed milk, cream cheese, pineapple, and pecans for a decadent, easy summer dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans, plus extra for topping
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed (like Cool Whip)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and 1/4 cup sugar. Pour in the melted butter and mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Place the crust in the freezer while you prepare the filling.
  2. Make the filling base: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until it is completely smooth and no lumps remain. This step is key for a creamy texture.
  3. Add the liquids: Gradually beat in the sweetened condensed milk until the mixture is fully combined and smooth. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. Fold in the additions: Gently fold in the well-drained crushed pineapple and the 1/2 cup of chopped pecans.
  5. Incorporate the topping: Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until just combined. Do not overmix; you want to keep the mixture light and fluffy.
  6. Assemble the pie: Spoon the filling evenly into the chilled graham cracker crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Chill: Cover the pie loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the pie is firm enough to slice.
  8. Serve: Before serving this easy summer dessert, sprinkle the top generously with extra chopped pecans. Slice and serve cold.

Notes

  • You must drain the crushed pineapple very well. Excess liquid will prevent your filling from setting properly. Press it between paper towels if needed.
  • For a richer flavor in the crust, you can toast the graham cracker crumbs lightly in a dry skillet before mixing them with the butter.
  • If you prefer a Southern classic variation, you can substitute the pineapple with 1 cup of flaked, sweetened coconut.

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