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Millionaire Pie

Nov 17, 2025 · Leave a Comment

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A no-bake pie that tastes like a million bucks! Millionaire Pie is a classic Southern favorite loaded with pineapple, cherries, coconut, and pecans in a sweet creamy filling in a buttery graham cracker crust. An easy, make-ahead dessert that looks gorgeous on your Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter table!

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Millionaire Pie

Cool, creamy, and irresistibly sweet, this classic Millionaire Pie is the no-bake dessert that tastes like pure indulgence. With a crunchy graham cracker crust and a rich creamy filling loaded with pineapple, cherries, pecans, and coconut, every slice feels like a million bucks. It’s quick to make, perfect for holidays, and always the first dessert to disappear!

What is Millionaire Pie?

Millionaire Pie is a classic Southern no-bake dessert that’s been a beloved staple at holidays, potlucks, and church gatherings for generations. It’s known for its rich, creamy filling made with sweetened condensed milk and cream cheese, combined with fruity mix-ins like crushed pineapple and maraschino cherries for a bright, juicy pop of flavor. Pecans and coconut add a delicious contrast of crunch and texture, all nestled into a buttery graham cracker crust.

Some say it gets its name because the filling is so decadent and “rich” that it tastes like a million dollars. Others believe it originated as a special-occasion dessert. The kind you’d save for celebrations when you really want to impress a crowd. Either way, its combination of creamy, sweet, and tropical flavors makes it feel extra indulgent with every single bite.

This chilled pie is especially popular during the spring and summer because it’s refreshing and requires zero baking, but it also shines on Thanksgiving or Christmas dessert tables where cool, creamy treats balance out warm, rich holiday favorites.

Overhead view of millionaire pie topped with whipped cream and maraschino cherries with a slice cut out on a bright blue background with a bowl of maraschino cherries and a linen napkin next to it.

Why You’ll Love This Millionaire Pie

  • No-bake recipe - just mix and chill
  • Crowd-pleasing flavors that everyone loves
  • Make-ahead friendly for parties, holidays, and potlucks
  • Creamy, fruity, crunchy - everything you want in a dessert

Recipe Tips & Variations

  • Drain pineapple well. Too much moisture can keep the filling from setting properly.
  • Chill overnight for the best texture and cleanest slices.
  • Use a deep-dish pie plate to avoid overflow.
  • Swap pecans for macadamia nuts for a tropical version.
  • Toasted Coconut – sprinkle toasted flakes for extra nutty, toasty flavor and crunch.
  • Nut-Free – simply leave out the pecans.
  • Homemade whipped cream - Use the same volume and whip to stiff peaks for a stable filling.
  • Serve chilled with a dollop of whipped topping and extra chopped cherries for a classic, retro dessert that feels special at any occasion, from Sunday dinners to Christmas dessert tables.
A piece of millionaire pie topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry on a small white plate with a bright blue background and a small glass bowl of cherries behind.

More Old-Fashioned No Bake Pie Recipes You'll Love

  • Butterscotch Pie - A nostalgic Southern favorite with a rich, caramel-like custard filling and a cloud of homemade whipped cream on top.
  • Banana Cream Pie - Creamy vanilla custard layered with fresh sliced bananas and piled high with whipped topping in a flaky crust.
  • Butterfinger Pie - A decadent no-bake peanut butter pie loaded with Butterfinger candy pieces for the ultimate chocolate-peanut butter treat.
  • Coconut Cream Pie - Lusciously creamy coconut filling topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes for classic tropical flavor.
  • Grasshopper Pie - A cool, mint-chocolate no-bake pie made with crème de menthe and Oreo crust. A fun and refreshing retro dessert.

Millionaire Pie Video

A slice of pie topped with a maraschino cherry and whipped cream being lifted from the full pie.

Millionaire Pie

A no-bake pie that tastes like a million bucks! Millionaire Pie is a classic Southern favorite loaded with pineapple, cherries, coconut, and pecans in a sweet creamy filling in a buttery graham cracker crust.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Millionaire Pie
Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
Chill Time: 3 hours hours
Total Time: 3 hours hours 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 462kcal
Author: Michelle
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Ingredients

Graham Cracker Crust

  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 12 full sheets)
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 6 tablespoons butter melted

Filling

  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese softened
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice
  • 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple drained well
  • 1 cup maraschino cherries drained and chopped
  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1½ cups whipped topping plus more for topping if desired

Instructions

Graham Cracker Crust

  • Stir the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar together in a medium bowl, and then stir in the melted butter. The mixture will be thick, coarse, and sandy. Try to smash/break up any large chunks.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add graham crackers and sugar. Whisk together.
  • Pour in butter and whisk again.
  • Pour the mixture into an ungreased deep 9-inch pie dish.
  • With medium pressure using your hand, pat the crumbs down into the bottom and up the sides to make a compact crust. Do not pack down with heavy force because that will make the crust too hard and solid. Pack just until no longer crumbly. Set aside.

For the Filling

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cream cheese, condensed milk, lemon juice, and cherry juice until smooth.
  • Add remaining ingredients except whipped topping and stir to combine.
  • Gently fold in whipped topping.
  • Pour into crust.
  • Top with additional whipped topping and cherries if desired. Refrigerate 3 hours or overnight.

Notes

 
  • Storage: Cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Freezer Directions: Wrap tightly and and freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 462kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 244mg | Potassium: 309mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 45g | Vitamin A: 562IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 155mg | Iron: 1mg
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