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Million Dollar Pie

Million Dollar Pie

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings 10 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups crushed vanilla wafer cookies or graham crackers
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 6 tablespoons salted butter melted

For the Filling:

  • 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice about 2 limes
  • 1 8 oz can crushed pineapple, well-drained
  • ⅓ cup toasted sweetened coconut flakes
  • ½ cup chopped toasted walnuts or pecans
  • 1 8 oz tub whipped topping, thawed
  • ½ teaspoon pure coconut extract optional for added flavor

For the Toppings:

  • Extra whipped topping or homemade whipped cream
  • Toasted coconut flakes
  • Chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Fresh pineapple slices or maraschino cherries

Instructions
 

Prepare the Crust:

  • In a medium bowl, mix the crushed vanilla wafer cookies and brown sugar.
  • Stir in the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  • Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan.
  • Chill the crust in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes to set.

Make the Filling:

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and freshly squeezed lime juice until the mixture thickens slightly.
  • Gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple, toasted coconut flakes, and chopped nuts.
  • Carefully fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is smooth and airy.
  • Add the coconut extract for extra flavor, if desired.

Assemble the Pie:

  • Pour the filling into the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Chill the Pie:

  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow the filling to fully set.

Add the Toppings:

  • Before serving, decorate the pie with extra whipped topping, a sprinkle of toasted coconut, chopped nuts, and maraschino cherries or fresh pineapple slices for a festive touch.

Serve and Enjoy:

  • Slice, serve chilled, and watch it disappear!

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, toast the coconut and nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant.
  • If you prefer a sweeter crust, substitute crushed graham crackers for the vanilla wafers.
  • Add a splash of rum extract for a tropical twist, or swap lime juice for lemon juice for a different citrus flavor.