Name: Million Dollar Pie
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs; 1/2 cup salted butter (melted); 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 can sweetened condensed milk; 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 20 ounce can crushed pineapple (well drained); 11 ounce can mandarin oranges (well drained); 1 cup chopped pecans; 8 ounce container Cool Whip

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Old Fashioned Million Dollar Pie… just like you remember from childhood! This creamy concoction is loaded with the flavors of crushed pineapple, toasted coconut, mandarin oranges, and chopped pecans in a sweet treat that’s as easy as it is delicious!

There are some desserts that everyone needs in their repertoire… and Million Dollar Pie is one of them. Also known as Millionaire Pie or Millionaire’s Pie, it’s a super quick and easy recipe that’s always a crowd favorite. And once you try it… you’ll understand why!

Between the deliciously creamy filling and the feelings of nostalgia it evokes, it’s pretty much a guaranteed crowd pleaser. And the fact that it’s SO incredibly easy to make? Well, that’s just a bonus.

It should come as no surprise that this dessert was given the name Million Dollar Pie because of its rich, creamy filling. And it should also come as no surprise that it’s been around forever and it’s STILL a popular choice for picnics, parties, or any celebration!

What You’ll Love About This Recipe

No-bake: Who doesn’t love a good no-bake pie recipe… especially in summer?

Classic: This pie is a classic, which also means it’s a guaranteed crowd pleaser!

Flavor-packed: There are so many different flavors in this pie – from fruit to nuts to coconut and more!

what you’ll need for this million-dollar pie recipe

For the graham cracker crust:

Graham cracker crumbs – I used boxed graham cracker crumbs, which can be found in the baking aisle at any grocery store. You can also make your own crumbs using any of your favorite flavors of graham crackers.
Butter – I used salted butter in the crust to help balance out the sweetness of the filling. You can use salted or unsalted.
Sugar – All you need is a little bit of sugar to give this crust the sweetness it needs. I used granulated, but brown sugar would work too.

For the filling:

Sweetened shredded coconut – Coconut is used in the filling mixture and also as a topping. For the filling I left it raw, but for the topping I toasted it for a crunchy texture.
Sweetened condensed milk – 1 can sweetened condensed milk is the magic ingredient in the filling. I used full fat, but you can use any variety you prefer.
Lemon juice – 1/4 cup lemon juice is the perfect complement to the crushed pineapple and mandarin oranges, and it gives a bright, fresh flavor to the creamy filling.
Crushed pineapple & Mandarin oranges – Well-drained canned fruit is what gives this pie its delicious fruit flavor. I used 1 can of crushed pineapple and 1 can of mandarin oranges.
Chopped pecans – 1 cup chopped pecans add a little bit of crunch. You can feel free to substitute walnuts or any crushed nuts.
Cool Whip – Although this recipe can be made with fresh whipped cream, Cool Whip has become more popularly used for ease and stability. I used an 8 ounce container, which is the equivalent of 3 cups of my homemade Cool Whip.

how to make million dollar pie

Make the crust – In a large bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix together, then press firmly into a 9-inch deep dish pie plate and bake at 325° F for 10 minutes.

Toast the coconut – While the crust is baking, toast 1/3 cup of coconut.

Make the filling – In a separate large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and lemon juice and mix well. Stir in the drained pineapple, oranges, and pecans, reserving 1-2 tablespoons of pecans. Fold in the Cool Whip and the un-toasted coconut.

Assemble the pie – Spoon the filling into the prepared pie crust; sprinkle with toasted coconut and reserved pecans.

Refrigerate, garnish & serve – Refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set, then garnish with marashino cherries & enjoy!

Recipe Variations

Add maraschino cherries or cherry pie filling to the filling
Use a shortbread pie crust in place of a graham cracker pie crust
Add softened cream cheese to the filling
Toast all or none of the coconut
Substitute fruit cocktail for the pineapple and mandarin oranges
Omit the mandarin oranges for a more traditional pie
Use homemade Cool Whip in place of store bought

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