🍍🥥 Pineapple Coconut Cream Dream (Mediterranean-Style)
No-Bake • Light & Creamy • Crowd-Pleaser
🌿 Description
This dessert (inspired by the image you shared) is a Pineapple Coconut Cream Dream—layers of soft cake or biscuit base, creamy yogurt-cream filling, juicy pineapple, and toasted coconut. I’ve given it a Mediterranean-friendly twist by using Greek yogurt, moderate sweetness, and simple natural ingredients. It’s refreshing, not heavy, and perfect for gatherings. One of those desserts that disappears fast!
🫒 Ingredients (Serves 8–10)
Base Layer
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1½ cups crushed plain biscuits or sponge cake crumbs
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¼ cup melted butter or extra-virgin olive oil
Cream Layer
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1½ cups thick Greek yogurt
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1 cup whipped cream (or light whipped topping)
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½ cup cream cheese, softened
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⅓ cup honey or powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Pineapple Layer
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2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, well drained)
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2 tbsp pineapple juice
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1 tbsp cornstarch
Topping
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½ cup shredded coconut
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Extra whipped cream for garnish (optional)
🍰 Instructions
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Prepare the base
Mix crushed biscuits with melted butter or olive oil. Press firmly into a greased glass dish (9×9 inch). Chill for 15 minutes. -
Make the pineapple layer
In a saucepan, heat pineapple chunks with pineapple juice. Stir in cornstarch and cook until thickened. Remove from heat and cool completely. -
Prepare the cream layer
Beat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped cream gently. -
Assemble
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Spread cream mixture evenly over the base
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Spoon cooled pineapple layer on top
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Toast coconut
Lightly toast coconut in a dry pan until golden. Sprinkle over the top. -
Chill
Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight until fully set. -
Serve
Slice and top with a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
🌿 Mediterranean Balance Highlights
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Greek yogurt for protein & probiotics
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Natural sweetness instead of heavy syrups
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Coconut & pineapple for tropical freshness
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No baking required
❓ Q & A
Q: Is this dessert very sweet?
A: No. It’s lightly sweet and refreshing. You can adjust honey to taste.
Q: Can I make it lighter?
A: Yes—use light cream cheese and whipped topping, or increase yogurt and reduce cream.
Q: How long does it last in the fridge?
A: Up to 3 days, well covered.
Q: Can I make it ahead?
A: Absolutely—this dessert is best when made the day before.
Q: Can I make it gluten-free?
A: Yes—use gluten-free biscuits for the base.
🍽️ Serving Tip
Serve chilled with mint tea or espresso, just like a Mediterranean summer dessert table.
