slice of Millionaire Pie

Oh, yes — Millionaire Pie 🥧✨ is a creamy, no-bake Southern dessert that’s rich, refreshing, and deceptively simple. It’s sometimes called Million Dollar Pie because it tastes like a million bucks but costs next to nothing to make!

Here’s the classic version — and how to serve up that perfect slice of Millionaire Pie:

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🥧 Millionaire Pie (No-Bake Southern Classic)

Ingredients

(Makes one 9-inch pie — 6–8 slices)

• 1 (9-inch) graham cracker pie crust (store-bought or homemade)

• 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

• 1 (8 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained well

• ½ cup chopped pecans

• ½ cup sweetened shredded coconut (optional but traditional)

• 3 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh or bottled)

• 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed

• Optional: 1 maraschino cherry per slice, for garnish

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Mix the filling:
   In a large bowl, stir together sweetened condensed milk and lemon juice until thickened slightly.
   Fold in drained pineapple, chopped pecans, coconut (if using), and half of the whipped topping.

2. Assemble the pie:
   Spoon the mixture into the graham cracker crust and spread evenly.

3. Top and chill:
   Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pie.
   Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until set.

4. Serve:
   Slice and garnish each piece with a cherry, a sprinkle of pecans, or a bit of shredded coconut.

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✨ Tips for the Perfect Slice

• Make sure the pie is completely chilled before slicing — at least 4 hours or overnight for clean edges.

• Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water and wiped clean between cuts for the neatest slices.

• For an extra fancy version, make it a Hawaiian Millionaire Pie by adding chopped maraschino cherries or mandarin oranges to the filling.

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Would you like me to include a from-scratch graham cracker crust recipe (it’s easy and adds a homemade touch)?