Warning: This Heavenly 4-Ingredient Pineapple Cream is Dangerously Addictive!
Discover the #1 easiest Pineapple Cream recipe! Made with just 4 simple ingredients and ready in 5 minutes. This no-bake fluff is perfect as a standalone dessert, a fruit dip, or a luscious cake filling.
Equipment
- Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
- Fine-Mesh Sieve
Ingredients
- 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix small 3.4 oz size, ensure it's 'instant'
- 2 cups cold heavy cream or heavy whipping cream
- 1 can crushed pineapple 20 oz size, VERY well drained
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar optional, for extra sweetness
Instructions
- Drain Pineapple (Crucial Step): Pour the entire can of crushed pineapple into a fine-mesh sieve. Use the back of a spoon to press firmly, removing as much juice as possible. The pineapple pulp should look dry.
- Make Cream Base: In a large bowl, combine the cold heavy cream and the dry instant pudding mix. Beat with a hand mixer on medium-high speed for 1-2 minutes until thick, fluffy peaks form.
- Combine: Using a spatula, gently fold the well-drained pineapple into the whipped cream base until it is just combined. Be careful not to overmix and deflate the cream.
- Chill to Set: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours. This allows the flavors to meld and the cream to set up perfectly. Serve cold.
Notes
Pro-Tips & Serving Ideas
- Versatility is Key: Serve this Pineapple Cream as a standalone dessert, a dip for fruits and cookies, a filling for cakes, or a no-bake pie filling in a graham cracker crust.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freezing is not recommended as the texture will change.