Old Fashion Million Dollar Pie No-Bake Recipe

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This Million Dollar Pie has a rich, creamy texture and is perfect for warm weather. It’s a no-bake dessert made with fresh whipped cream, a sweet filling, and crunchy pecan pieces. An easy treat that’s perfect for summer cookouts!

Old-fashioned Million Dollar pie has a creamy filling and a buttery graham cracker crust that is delicious and simple to make! Around the holidays, I have sweet memories of my grandmother baking and the delicious aromas that fill her house.

Those smells felt like love to me. You know there are some desserts you will never forget from childhood, and I’m thrilled that I still bake many of them today. I came across another dessert that my grandmother used to make called the Old Fashion Million Dollar Pie.

I almost forgot about this one! Not to mention, I remember it being so creamy, sweet, and delicious, made with a graham cracker shell.

My grandmother always had a knack for baking. They weren’t always recipes she came up with on her own; some recipes were from our family in Georgia or South Carolina. She always seemed to add her special flare, whether an extra ingredient or adjusting measurements to make it her own. 

You can find any recipe online for an old-fashioned million-dollar pie, but there is something much more special about having a recipe from your family. I think it’s partly the memories of the dessert being made, the aromas in the air, and the love that make it taste much better. 

Perfect dessert for Easter

With Easter approaching, I thought this pie would be a wonderful dessert to add to our menu. It’s not only easy to make but also delicious. You might want to serve it any time of the year! Oh, and the best part: it’s a no-bake dessert!

I am excited to share this recipe with you on how to make an Old Fashion Million Dollar Pie. When you make this creamy dessert, I made it with homemade whipped cream and homemade graham cracker crust. You certainly can purchase store-bought whipped cream and a graham cracker shell.  

I used a 9-inch pie plate for this recipe. This recipe was so easy to make & took me about 10-15 minutes. If you are making homemade whipped cream & a graham cracker shell, add more time.

Tools Needed To Make This Million-Dollar Pie Recipe

• Pie Dish
• Large Bowl
• Rubber Spatula
• Knife
• Measuring Spoons
• Measuring Cup

Directions For Making Graham Cracker Pie Crust

Making a delicious graham cracker crust is simple and requires just a few ingredients. Here’s how you can do it:

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10-12 full sheets)
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar for extra flavor)
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for extra flavor)

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and cinnamon (if using).
2. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
3. Pour the crumb mixture into a 9-inch pie pan. Use the back of a spoon or the bottom of a measuring cup to press the crumbs firmly into the bottom and sides of the pan.
4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before filling.

Tip: If using whole crackers, place them in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin, or use a food processor to pulse them into fine crumbs.

Directions For Making the Pie Filling Ingredients

Ingredients you will need

• Prepared graham cracker crust or homemade graham cracker crust
• 15.25oz Can of Pineapples (Crushed and well-drained)
• Coconut Flakes 
• ½ c chopped pecans
• Sweetened condensed milk
• Maraschino cherry juice
• maraschino cherries (drained & chopped)
• whipped topping
• 1/3 cup lemon juice

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients listed above except for the pie crust & whipped cream.
2. Carefully add the combined ingredients and fold them into the whipped topping.
3. Remove pie plate from refrigerator and pour mixture into crust & spread evenly.
4. Top with extra finely chopped pecans & cherries if desired.
5. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours before serving.

Note: Do not skip or substitute the lemon juice; it will not set & will be runny.

Recipe FAQ

Final thoughts…

This Old-Fashioned Million Dollar Pie is the perfect combination of creamy, sweet, and refreshing flavors, making it a must-try dessert for any occasion. Its no-bake simplicity and make-ahead convenience make it ideal for summer cookouts, holiday gatherings, or anytime you need an effortless treat. Whether you’re serving it to guests or enjoying a slice for yourself, this classic pie is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

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