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No-Bake Pineapple Dream Bars

by Jessie Daye

First published: June 26, 2024 | Updated: June 22, 2026

This is part of my series where I take vintage recipes I find at antique stores and try them out! Scroll down for the recipe!

No-Bake Pineapple Dream Bars

Author: Jessie Daye
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Ingredients

Crust
  • 2 cups graham crumbs 2 sleeves crushed
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
Filling
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 8 oz Cool Whip (Low-fat)
  • 20 oz can crushed pineapple drained

Method

  1. Prepare an 8”x8” or 9”x9” pan with parchment paper that overhangs the sides a bit so you can easily lift the bars when ready. ** If making no-bake see next step! If you want a crisper crust, preheat oven to 325 F.
  2. Melt butter in the microwave and combine with graham cracker crumbs. Mix well and press 1 1/2 cups of the crumb mixture firmly into prepared pan. Now you can either freeze for 30 minutes (no-bake) or bake for 8-10 minutes for a firmer crust. Allow to cool.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar on low until fully incorporated. Turn to medium-high and beat until completely smooth. Fold in 1/4 cup of drained pineapple (reserving the rest for the whipped topping layer). Spread the cream cheese and pineapple mixture over the crust.
  4. Fold the remaining pineapple into the Cool Whip and spread on top of the cream cheese layer. Sprinkle remaining graham cracker crumb mixture on top and freeze for 3 hours or refrigerate overnight. Enjoy!

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Hi, I'm Jessie. 

Mama to three girls and a lifelong creative who loves making everyday moments feel a little more special. Here, I share whimsical recipes, holiday inspiration, and creative projects designed to bring a little more joy to your day. I hope to inspire you to get creative, celebrate the little things, and make something beautiful. Welcome!

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