Pineapple Icebox Dessert Recipe

Name: Pineapple Icebox Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup crushed vanilla wafers; 1/2 cup soft butter or margarine; 1 1/2 cups sifted confectioners sugar; 1 egg beaten; 1 can (1 pound 4 ounces) crushed pineapple; 2/3 cups pecans chopped; 1 cup heavy cream whipped; Pineapple sauce:; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon corn starch; 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel; 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple

Servings: persons

3/4 cup crushed vanilla wafers
1/2 cup soft butter or margarine
1 1/2 cups sifted confectioners sugar
1 egg beaten
1 can (1 pound 4 ounces) crushed pineapple
2/3 cups pecans chopped
1 cup heavy cream whipped
Pineapple sauce:
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon corn starch
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple

1
Day before serving, lightly grease 8 inch square cake pan, pack half the crumbs in bottom of pan.
2
In medium bowl, with wooden spoon, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg beating well.
3
Drain pineapple well, reserving syrup for pineapple sauce. Fold in pineapple and pecans. Fold in whipped cream just until well combined.
4
Turn into prepared pan, spreading evenly, sprinkle with rest of crumbs.
5
Cover top of pan with foil or plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 24 hours.
6
Pineapple sauce:
7
In small sauce pan combine sugar and corn starch, mix well.
8
Measure reserved pineapple syrup and if necessary add water to make 3/4 cup. Gradually add pineapple juice stirring until smooth. Add lemon peel and crushed pineapple.
9
Bring to boiling over medium heat, stirring, boiling until mixture is thickened and translucent. Cover and refrigerate.

1201

kcal

Calories

Fat

140

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup crushed vanilla wafers, 1/2 cup soft butter or margarine, 1 1/2 cups sifted confectioners sugar, 1 egg beaten, and more.

Yes, Pineapple Icebox Dessert 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!

Pineapple Icebox Dessert

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