No-Bake Pineapple Cream Cheesecake Bars

Servings

12 Bars

Prep Time

25 Minutes

Chill Time

6 Hours

Total Time

6 Hours 25 Minutes

Ingredients

For the Crust

• 2 cups (200 g) graham cracker crumbs

• 6 tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter, melted

• 2 tbsp granulated sugar

For the Pineapple Cheesecake Filling

• 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1½ cups (360 ml) heavy whipping cream

• 2 cups (300 g) crushed pineapple, well-drained

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Topping

• 1 cup diced pineapple

• 1 cup whipped cream

• Extra graham cracker crumbs

• Fresh raspberries (optional)

Instructions

Step 1 – Prepare the Crust

1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.

2. Press firmly into a lined 8×8-inch baking pan.

3. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Step 2 – Make the Filling

1. Beat cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.

2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract.

3. Mix in lemon juice.

4. Fold in the drained crushed pineapple.

Step 3 – Whip the Cream

1. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

2. Gently fold whipped cream into the pineapple mixture.

3. Mix until smooth and airy.

Step 4 – Assemble

1. Spread filling evenly over the chilled crust.

2. Smooth the top with a spatula.

3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Step 5 – Decorate

1. Pipe whipped cream around the edges.

2. Top generously with pineapple chunks.

3. Sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs.

4. Garnish with fresh raspberries if desired.

Storage

• Refrigerator: up to 4 days

• Freezer: up to 1 month

Nutrition (Approximate Per Bar)

• Calories: 390 kcal

• Protein: 4 g

• Carbohydrates: 31 g

• Fat: 28 g

• Sugar: 22 g

Tips for Success

• Drain pineapple thoroughly to avoid a watery filling.

• Chill overnight for the best texture.

• Use fresh pineapple for a brighter tropical flavor.

• Fold whipped cream gently to keep the filling light and fluffy.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

✔ No baking required
✔ Light, creamy texture
✔ Sweet tropical pineapple flavor
✔ Perfect summer dessert
✔ Easy to prepare ahead of time
✔ Beautiful presentation for parties

This dessert resembles a fluffy pineapple cream cheesecake bar with a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy pineapple-studded filling, whipped cream swirls, and fresh pineapple pieces on top.