Million Dollar Pie Recipe
Ingredients:
Topping:
Extra whipped topping
Pineapple chunks
Maraschino cherries
Chopped pecans
Crust:
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
⅓ cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling:
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained (reserve a little juice if you like extra flavor)
½ cup chopped pecans
½ cup shredded sweetened coconut (optional)
¼ cup lemon juice
1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
Instructions:
Make the crust:
In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the filling:
In a large bowl, stir together condensed milk, drained pineapple, lemon juice, pecans, and coconut (if using). Gently fold in whipped topping until smooth and fluffy.
Assemble the pie:
Pour filling into the prepared crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Decorate:
Top with extra whipped cream, pineapple chunks, pecans, and cherries as shown in your picture.
Chill:
Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight before serving so it sets well.