PIÑA COLADA PIE IN A JAR – 3 cups finely crushed graham crackers – 12 tablespoons butter, melted – 2 15-ounce cans crushed pineapple – 2 cups heavy cream – 8 ounces cream cheese, softened – 1 tablespoon sugar – ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes, toasted To make crust: In a large bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with butter and stir until combined. To make pineapple layer: In a medium saucepan over mediumlow heat, heat crushed pineapple until thick and jammy, about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, to make cream layer: In a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Fold in cream cheese and sugar. (For best results, transfer mixture to a piping bag.) In the jars: Among four mason jars, layer graham cracker crust, pineapple (using a spoon), and cream, alternating until you reach the top of the jar.
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Garnish with toasted coconut and serve.
SLICES OF
SUMMER What better way to cool down this summer than with one
of our favorite summertime fruits? Pineapples are delicious, low in calories, and loaded with nutrients and antioxidants. This super versatile fruit has been linked to notable health benefits, including: improved digestion, better immunity, a lower risk of cancer, relief of arthritis symptoms, and improved post-surgery recovery. So this summer, if you’re looking to improve your health while also enjoying the fruits of Mother Nature, give these delectable, healthy, and super easy-to-make pineapple recipes a try! 56
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