Pineapple Pie from Barbados

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 2

Classic Pineapple Pie recipe from Barbados

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

2 min

Ready In

2 hr 17 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 can pineapple chunks
	unflavored gelatin ( one envelope )
	8 ounces fat free cream cheese
	graham cracker crust

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

290

Sugar

23g

Fat

11g

Pineapple Pie is a classic dessert in Barbados, and has been enjoyed for generations. The pie is made with a graham cracker crust, filled with a mixture of pineapple chunks and cream cheese, and then set with unflavored gelatin. The filling is creamy and sweet with a refreshing burst of pineapple chunks. The pie is best served chilled and makes for a perfect dessert on a warm summer day or after a big hearty meal.

Instructions

1.	Drain the pineapple chunks and set aside the juice.
2.	In a small bowl, mix the unflavored gelatin with 1/4 cup of the reserved pineapple juice and set aside.
3.	In a separate bowl, mix the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
4.	Add the pineapple chunks to the cream cheese and mix until well combined.
5.	Microwave the gelatin mixture for 30 seconds and whisk until the gelatin has dissolved.
6.	Pour the gelatin mixture over the cream cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
7.	Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust and smooth the top.
8.	Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until set.

PROS

This Pineapple Pie is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients.

The creamy filling with chunks of juicy pineapple makes for a delicious dessert.

CONS

The graham cracker crust can be too sweet for some and may overpower the flavor of the filling.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pineapple contains a high amount of vitamin C which can help support the immune system.
The gelatin used in this recipe may also have health benefits such as improving skin health and joint pain.