Delicious coconut and pineapple dessert, layers of creamy smooth homemade coconut pudding layered between chunks of pineapple on a bed of pineapple-infused lady's fingers and then covered with a wonderful dreamy whipped cream topping.
This is one BIG DELICIOUS DESSERT! That much I can promise!

Here I've come up with a wonderful combination of flavors and textures, and when you take a bite of this dessert... well... it really is very dreamy!
For the base, I have used ladyfingers, soaked in pineapple juice.
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I've also given an option to add a splash of Malibu to the juice for those wanting to make an adult only dessert.
Then, we have a wonderful creamy layer of homemade coconut pudding, then a layer of pineapple chunks, covered in one more layer of yummy coconut pudding and then topped off with a generous spread of freshly whipped cream and a sprinkle of coconut.

So, are you imagining eating this as I describe it to you? Gosh, it is so delicious, you really must try this!
What's inside this dreamy dessert?
When you take a bite, you get a beautiful sponge-like layer from the ladyfingers, with a taste of the pineapple (and Malibu) and combined with the creamy oh so creamy coconut pudding and fresh cream topping, and then there's the texture and juiciness from the pineapple chunks and a slight chewy sensation from the sprinkle of coconut.
My oh my! You just have to try it yourself then you will know exactly why I chose to call this a dreamy dessert!
This recipe makes for 6 servings. Of course, if you wanted to make for a crowd, simply increase all the ingredients.
You could make this for a birthday, pot lucks, parties, holidays, or to have simply as a weeknight family dessert.
Whatever you decide, I am very sure you will enjoy it.
This simple pineapple no-bake dessert is very easy to make, and even making your own homemade coconut pudding is easy and quick.
Once you have tried it homemade, I am sure you won't be buying any packet mixes ever again!
If you enjoy these types of desserts, please do take a look at our lovely Easy Mandarin Dessert too.
It's also a very popular one, especially at parties! And do check out our other dreamy easy peaches and cream dessert!

So please do enjoy and be sure to let us know in the comments below if you made it for a party or a family dessert, and most importantly if we got the thumbs up from your diners!
Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
5 Minutes
Serves
6 slices
Ingredients
6 Ladyfingers (savoiardi)
¼ cup Pineapple Juice
1 Tablespoon Malibu (option for adult only dessert)
6 Pineapple Rings, cut into pieces
For the Coconut Pudding
⅓ Cup Sugar
2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
Pinch of salt
2 Cups Coconut Milk
2 Egg Yolks
For the Topping
1 Cup Whipping Cream
1 Tablespoon Powdered Sugar
4 Tablespoons Shredded Coconut
You Will Need a suitable dish, mine measured 9 inches x 6 inches and 3 inches deep
Instructions
1. Make the Coconut pudding as follows: In a saucepan, add the sugar, cornstarch, salt, and coconut milk.
Stir so there are no lumps and bring to a gentle boil, stirring all the time. As soon as it boils, remove from heat.
2. In a bowl, add the egg yolks and lightly beat.
Then slowly pour in half of the milk mixture, stirring as you pour.
Return the bowl mixture to the saucepan and bring to a gentle boil, stirring all the time until it starts to boil.
At this point, have a little taste to see if you have the amount of sweetness to your liking.
If you need more, simply add a tablespoon of sugar at a time and taste as you go along.
Remove from heat, transfer to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap to cool.

Spread half of the coconut pudding over the lady's fingers then arrange the pineapple pieces on top.

Spread the remaining coconut pudding over the pineapples.
Cover the surface of the pudding with plastic wrap and allow to chill completely for at least 4 hours. Overnight is even better.

5. Whip the cream and powdered sugar to stiff peaks then spread over the pudding mixture.

6. Sprinkle some shredded coconut on the top and refrigerate for 4 hours then serve.

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Recipe Card

Dreamy Coconut and Pineapple Dessert
Dreamy Coconut and Pineapple Dessert. Layers of creamy smooth homemade coconut pudding layered between chunks of pineapple on a bed of pineapple infused lady's fingers and then covered with a wonderful dreamy whipped cream topping. Options to make adult too by adding a splash of malibu! This really is amazing!
Ingredients
- 6 Lady fingers, savoiardi
- ¼ cup Pineapple Juice
- 1 Tablespoon Malibu, option for adult only dessert
- 6 pieces Pineapple Rings, cut into
For the Coconut Pudding:
- ⅓ Cup Sugar
- 2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
- Pinch of salt
- 2 Cups Coconut Milk
- 2 Egg Yolks
For the Topping:
- 1 Cup Whipping Cream
- 1 Tablespoon Powdered Sugar
- 4 Tablespoons Shredded Coconut
Instructions
- Make the Coconut pudding as follows: In a saucepan, add the sugar, cornstarch, salt and coconut milk. Stir so there are no lumps and bring to a gentle boil, stirring all the time. As soon as it boils, remove from heat.
- In a bowl, add the egg yolks and lightly beat. Then slowly pour in half of the milk mixture, stirring as you pour. Return the bowl mixture to the saucepan and bring to a gentle boil, stirring all the time until it starts to boil. At this point, have a little taste to see if you have the amount of sweetness to your liking. If you need more, simply add a tablespoon of sugar at a time and taste as you go along. Remove from heat, transfer to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap to cool.
- Arrange the lady fingers in your dish then add the pineapple juice (and malibu if using).
- Spread half of the coconut pudding over the lady's fingers then arrange the pineapple pieces on top.
- Spread the remaining coconut pudding over the pineapples.
- Cover the surface of the pudding with plastic wrap and allow to chill completely for at least 4 hours. Overnight is even better.
- Whip the cream and powdered sugar to stiff peaks then spread over the pudding mixture.
- Sprinkle some shredded coconut on the top and refrigerate for 4 hours then serve.
Notes
You Will Need a suitable dish, mine measured 9 inches x 6 inches and 3 inches deep
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 507Total Fat: 34gSaturated Fat: 25gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 131mgSodium: 74mgCarbohydrates: 50gFiber: 3gSugar: 32gProtein: 6g
Nutrition information isn’t always accurate
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Easy Homemade Pineapple Cake.
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Crock Pot Pecan Pineapple Upside Down Cake, an easy slow cooker recipe for a classic Pineapple Upside Down Cake, for a soft cake. A popular family dessert!
Pineapple Zucchini Cake, a lovely soft cake with shredded zucchini, pineapple, nuts, raisins and spices. Smells fabulous when it's baking! Easy recipe
Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cake. This is a very easy, made from scratch recipe. The cake is so soft and moist, bursting with pineapple flavor. Delicious served simply on it's own or with some ice cream or whipped cream. Easy, fuss free recipe using regular ingredients and so good!
The Famous Hummingbird Cake! A very popular soft and moist cake with pecans, bananas, pineapples, and a delicious frosting too!
Creamy Pineapple Cheesecake, bursting with juicy pineapple in the filling. It's a really refreshing cheesecake, and even better, it's No Bake and incredibly easy to make!
Coconut, Pineapple and Pecan Upside Down Cake! This is a fun pineapple and coconut upside down cake, very easy to make and a great flavor combination. Throw in a handful of pecans too for extra yumminess! Very easy recipe
Mandarin or Pineapple Fresh Cream Cake Truly refreshing and bursting with flavour!
Here's a simple yet delicious cheesecake bursting with juicy mandarins on the top and chunks of pineapple in the filling. It's a really refreshing cheesecake, and even better, it's No Bake!
For those of you who love desserts using pudding recipes, we've got a great one here, Banana Pudding Cheesecake, from Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch. Easy to make and so delicious!
Find more easy recipes like this one on our sister site, Newbie In The Kitchen!
Kate
says:Hi there,
This looks delicious!
Is there a dairy-free alternative that I might be able to use for whipping cream, please?
Gina
says:Hi I,m thinking about making it,but instead of adding chopped pineapples, I,m thinking of slightly blending the pineapples. Would it turn out ok?
Lovefoodies
says:Hi Gina, I haven’t tried using blended pineapples, the only thing which may cause a problem is the batter will be too wet, this can cause the cake to be too dense and not rise. Try with caution and also be aware the cook time is likely to be a little longer due to the batter being a lot runnier
Holly
says:I made this today for a co-worker who says his favorite flavors are pineapple and coconut. I made my own ladyfingers. The recipe came together very easily and tasted great, and my co-worker was stunned and happy!
Debs Nichols
says:I have made this twice now and everyone loves it. Would it freeze?
Lovefoodies
says:Hi Debs, Glad you love the recipe! I wouldn’t advise freezing becaue of the custard and the fresh cream, they won’t survive the freezer!
Numberwoman
says:You say that your dish measured 6 inches wide, and you show a photo of your lady finger biscuits taking up the whole width of the dish. Where do you buy lady fingers that are 6 inches long? Mine are only 3 inches long and so I would need to lay 2 side by side to fill the width of the dish, thus making 12 biscuits needed in total. Can you please clarify?
Numberwoman
says:Plus i have realised that the width of the biscuits is only 1 inch, meaning you would need 9 of them to fit the 9 inch length of your dish. This would therefore need a total of 18 biscuits for your sized dish. This now needs even further clarification.
Lovefoodies
says:Hi there, I bought my lady fingers in Italy so perhaps that’s why they’re longer than the ones you can get.
It doesn’t really matter about the length, so long as you have enough to line the dish it will be absolutely fine!
Ashley Cox
says:I love this idea! It’s like a lighter fruity version of tiramisu. Perfect for warm weather!
Susan
says:What kind of coconut milk do you use? Canned or refrigerated kind in the carton?
Lovefoodies
says:Hi Susan, I use canned coconut milk. Hope that helps!
Jen
says:Did you use coconut milk in the carton or can?
Lovefoodies
says:Hi Jen, I used from a can, but it doesn’t matter, you can use either, so long as it is coconut milk and NOT coconut cream! Hope that helps!
KATE SARSFIELD
says:You don’t cook the meringue? That’s really interesting!
Lovefoodies
says:Hi Kate! There is no meringue in this recipe. I’m not sure if you were perhaps looking at a different recipe and ended up commenting on this one?