Hawaiian Dream Dessert Cups: No-Bake Tropical Bliss for You

Experience bliss with Hawaiian Dream Dessert Cups, a no-bake treat combining creamy coconut, crunchy macadamia nuts, and sweet pineapple.

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Prep Time 30

Chill Time 2

Total Time 2 30

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: Hawaiian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Crust

1 cup unsalted roasted macadamia nuts substitute with pecans or almonds
2 tablespoons granulated sugar brown sugar can be used
a pinch table salt omit to reduce sodium
4 tablespoons melted butter can substitute with coconut oil

For the Filling

1 package instant coconut cream pudding mix or regular vanilla pudding mix
1 cup whole milk use almond milk for dairy-free
4 ounces cream cheese softened; use vegan for plant-based
½ cup sweetened flaked coconut use unsweetened for less sweetness
¼ cup pineapple juice preferably freshly squeezed
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half as a substitute

For Toppings

¼ cup chopped macadamia nuts for garnishing
1 slice sliced pineapple rings fresh can replace canned
Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream
Reddi Wip whipped cream optional
¼ cup toasted sweetened shredded coconut use plain for less sweetness

Equipment

food processor
mixing bowl
Mini dessert cups

Method

Preparation Steps

In a food processor, pulse the macadamia nuts into fine crumbs. Mix in sugar, salt, and melted butter until combined. Press into mini dessert cups and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
In a bowl, whisk the pudding mix with milk for 2 minutes. Mix in cream cheese, flaked coconut, and pineapple juice. Fold in heavy cream until well combined.
Remove crusts from the refrigerator and layer the pudding mixture in each cup, filling to three-quarters full. Place a slice of pineapple ring on top of each.
Top with Cool Whip and sprinkle with chopped macadamia nuts and shredded coconut. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, refrigerate for at least 2 hours for layers to set and flavors meld together. You can customize the recipe by adding different tropical fruits or nuts as desired.

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