No Bake Pineapple Coconut Dessert (reduced sugar)

Name: No Bake Pineapple Coconut Dessert (reduced sugar)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs; 1 ½ cups shredded unsweetened coconut (divided); ½ cup butter, melted; 1 package sugar-free strawberry gelatin or 1 package sugar-free raspberry gelatin; 1 cup boiling water; ice cube; 1 (19 ounce) can unsweetened pineapple chunks (well drained); 1 (8 ounce) canunsweetened mandarin orange sections (well drained); 1 package fat-free sugar-free vanilla pudding mix; 2 cups 1% low-fat milk; 1 container Cool Whip Free

Servings: persons

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
1 ½ cups shredded unsweetened coconut (divided)
½ cup butter, melted
1 package sugar-free strawberry gelatin or 1 package sugar-free raspberry gelatin
1 cup boiling water
ice cube
1 (19 ounce) can unsweetened pineapple chunks (well drained)
1 (8 ounce) canunsweetened mandarin orange sections (well drained)
1 package fat-free sugar-free vanilla pudding mix
2 cups 1% low-fat milk
1 container Cool Whip Free

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["Lightly spray a 9"" x 13"" pan with light cooking spray.", "Mix 1 c coconut and graham cracker crumbs.", "Blend in melted butter and press evenly in pan.", "Mix 1 c boiling water with jello (I do this in a 2 c pyrex measuring cup).", "Add ice cubes to make 2 cups.", "Stir until very thickened but not solid.", "Remove any remaining ice bits.", "Pour thickened jello evenly over graham cracker crumbs in pan.", "Spread to even.", "Place the pineapple chunks evenly over the jello.", "Place the mandarine orange sections evenly over the pineapple.", "Beat the milk, jello pudding and remaining 1/2 c coconut until well mixed and starting to thicken.", "Pour evenly over the other ingredients in the pan and spread to even.", "Refrigerate until set (about 15 minutes).", "Spread cool whip evenly over the top.", "Refrigerate for several hours until well set.", "If you can't wait for this to set for several hours, it can be served scooped like a trife, after refrigerating overnight it can be served by cutting into squares."]

1140

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, 1 ½ cups shredded unsweetened coconut (divided), ½ cup butter, melted, 1 package sugar-free strawberry gelatin or 1 package sugar-free raspberry gelatin, and more.

Yes, No Bake Pineapple Coconut Dessert (reduced sugar) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!