Description

Amish Pineapple Pie is a refreshing and creamy dessert featuring a sweet pineapple filling cooked to a soft pudding-like consistency, folded with fluffy egg whites, and chilled in a baked pie crust. Topped with cool whipped cream, this pie offers a delightful balance of tangy pineapple and smooth texture, perfect for warm weather or any gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

Filling

1 cup crushed pineapple (undrained)
1 cup cold water
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 large eggs (separated)

Crust & Topping

1 baked pie crust (8″ for full pie, 9″ for thinner pie)
8 ounces Cool Whip (or whipped topping)

Instructions

Prepare the Filling: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine undrained crushed pineapple, cold water, granulated sugar, salt, cornstarch, and egg yolks. Stir constantly to prevent lumps and ensure even cooking.
Cook until Thickened: When the mixture begins to boil, reduce the heat slightly and continue cooking while stirring until it thickens to a soft pudding-like consistency.
Beat Egg Whites: In a small bowl, beat the egg whites until they become frothy and thick to create a light, airy texture.
Fold in Egg Whites: Remove the pineapple mixture from heat and gently fold in the beaten egg whites while the mixture is still hot to maintain a fluffy texture throughout.
Assemble the Pie: Pour the prepared filling into the pre-baked pie crust, smoothing the top evenly.
Chill: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours to let it set and develop flavor.
Add Topping and Serve: Just before serving, spread the Cool Whip evenly over the chilled pie, then slice and serve cold.

Notes

Be sure to use a pre-baked pie crust to avoid sogginess since the filling is not baked again.
Gently folding in the egg whites helps keep the filling light and airy.
Chilling the pie for a full 4 hours or overnight yields the best texture and flavor.
You can substitute Cool Whip with freshly whipped cream if preferred.
Use fresh or canned crushed pineapple but ensure you include the juice for flavor and moisture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Amish Pineapple Pie, pineapple pie, no-bake pie, creamy pineapple dessert, easy pie recipe, fruit pie, refrigerated pie