Description
Furr’s Cafeteria Pineapple Millionaire Pie is a luscious, creamy dessert featuring a smooth buttery filling topped with whipped cream, crushed pineapple, and crunchy pecans, all layered inside a flaky baked pie crust. This retro classic pie offers a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, making it a delightful treat for family gatherings or special occasions.
Ingredients
Pie Crust
- 2 baked 9-inch pastry pie crusts
Filling
- 2 cups sifted powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 2 eggs
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sifted powdered sugar
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: Cream together 2 cups of sifted powdered sugar and 1/2 cup softened butter using an electric mixer. Add the 2 eggs, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, then beat the mixture until it becomes light and fluffy. Spread this filling evenly into the baked 9-inch pastry pie crusts. Place the pies in the refrigerator to chill.
- Make the topping: Whip 1 cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gradually blend in 1/2 cup sifted powdered sugar. Carefully fold in 1 cup of well-drained crushed pineapple and 1/2 cup chopped pecans to maintain the light texture.
- Assemble the pie: Spread the pineapple and pecan whipped cream mixture on top of the chilled filling. Return the pie to the refrigerator and chill thoroughly until set and ready to serve.
Notes
- Ensure the pineapple is well drained to prevent a soggy pie crust.
- Use fresh eggs for best flavor and texture.
- Chilling times can be extended to ensure the pie firms up properly.
- For added texture, toast pecans lightly before folding them in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (baking pie crust separately before assembly)
- Category: Pie
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
