Description

Millionaire Pie is a no-bake tropical dessert that combines sweet shredded coconut, crushed pineapple, maraschino cherries, and pecans mixed with creamy sweetened condensed milk and fresh lemon juice. Folded with fluffy whipped topping and set in a graham cracker crust, this refreshing pie is chilled to perfection and garnished with whipped topping and cherries for a delightful treat perfect for warm days or any festive occasion.

Ingredients

Filling

1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
15 oz crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup maraschino cherries, chopped and drained
½ cup chopped pecans
10 oz sweetened condensed milk
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp maraschino cherry juice
1½ cups whipped topping

Crust and Garnish

1 graham cracker crust
Maraschino cherries (for garnish)
Whipped topping (for garnish)

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Instructions

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the sweetened shredded coconut, drained crushed pineapple, chopped and drained maraschino cherries, chopped pecans, sweetened condensed milk, and fresh lemon juice until well mixed and evenly combined.
Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the tropical mixture to maintain the airy texture without deflating it, creating a smooth, creamy filling.
Transfer to Crust: Spoon the prepared filling into the graham cracker crust, using the back of a spoon to smooth out the mixture evenly and neatly within the crust.
Decorate and Chill: Decorate the top with additional whipped topping and cocktail maraschino cherries as desired. Place the pie in the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight, to set properly.
Slice and Serve: Once well chilled, slice the pie and serve it cold as a refreshing, no-bake tropical dessert perfect for any occasion.

Notes

Ensure all fruit is properly drained to avoid a soggy crust.
For a nuttier flavor, lightly toast the pecans before chopping.
This pie is best served chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Using fresh lemon juice brightens the flavor, but bottled lemon juice can be used in a pinch.
If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the quantity of sweetened condensed milk slightly.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American