Pineapple Cream Cheese Dessert Bars

Pineapple Cream Cheese Dessert Bars

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained

1/2 cup chopped pecans

For the Topping:

1/2 cup chopped pecans

1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut (optional)

1 cup whipped topping or whipped cream

White chocolate or vanilla icing for drizzling

Instructions:

Prepare the Crust:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.

Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form the crust.

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool completely.

Prepare the Filling:

In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple and chopped pecans.

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.

Add the Topping:

Spread the whipped topping or whipped cream over the cream cheese layer.

Sprinkle the top with additional chopped pecans and shredded coconut if using.

Drizzle white chocolate or vanilla icing over the top for added sweetness and decoration.

Chill:

Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours, or until set.

Serve:

Cut into bars and serve chilled. Enjoy your delicious pineapple cream cheese dessert bars!

Feel free to adjust the sweetness or toppings to your liking.

Enjoy this refreshing and creamy dessert! Let me know if you have any questions or need further modifications.

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