Strawberry & Pineapple Layered Dessert

This Strawberry & Pineapple Layered Dessert is light, creamy, fruity, and perfect for summer. With sweet strawberries, juicy pineapple, and fluffy cream layers, it’s a crowd-favorite for potlucks, BBQs, and family gatherings.

⏱ Prep Time

• Prep: 15 minutes

• Chill: 2–4 hours

• Total: ~2 hours 15 minutes

Servings: 8–10

🍳 Equipment

• 9×9-inch or 9×13-inch dish

• Mixing bowls

• Hand mixer or whisk

• Spatula

🥘 Ingredients

🍪 Crust Layer

• 2 cups crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers

• ½ cup melted butter

🍦 Cream Cheese Layer

• 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

🍍 Pineapple Layer

• 1 can (20 oz / 560g) crushed pineapple, well drained

🍓 Strawberry Layer

• 1 package (3 oz / 85g) strawberry gelatin

• 1 cup boiling water

• 1 cup cold water

• 1½ cups fresh strawberries, sliced

🍨 Topping

• 1–2 cups whipped topping (Cool Whip)

• Fresh strawberries & pineapple chunks for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Make Crust

1. Mix crushed crackers with melted butter.

2. Press into the bottom of the dish.

3. Chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes.

Step 2: Cream Cheese Layer

1. Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.

2. Fold in whipped topping and vanilla.

3. Spread over the crust evenly.

Step 3: Pineapple Layer

• Spread drained crushed pineapple over the cream layer.

Step 4: Strawberry Layer

1. Dissolve strawberry gelatin in boiling water.

2. Add cold water and let cool slightly.

3. Stir in sliced strawberries.

4. Pour over pineapple layer and refrigerate until set (1–2 hours).

Step 5: Topping

• Spread whipped topping on top and garnish with fruit.

• Chill before serving.

🍽 Flavor & Texture

✔ Sweet and creamy
✔ Fresh fruity layers
✔ Soft crunchy crust
✔ Perfect summer dessert

⭐ Tips & Variations

• No-bake cheesecake version: Add extra cream cheese for thicker layer.

• Low sugar: Use sugar-free gelatin and powdered sweetener.

• Coconut twist: Add shredded coconut to the crust.

• Different fruits: Try peaches, mango, or blueberries.

📊 Nutrition Facts (Approx per serving)

• Calories: 320

• Fat: 18g

• Carbs: 35g

• Protein: 4g