Millionaire pie is a no-bake American pie.[1][2] This pie is a dish from the Southern United States and originally from South Carolina.[1][3] Because it was so rich, it gave rise to the name.[1][2] It is made of cream cheese (although this may not be traditional),[4] coconuts, Cool Whip, crushed pineapple, and chopped pecans with a graham cracker crust, although the ingredients are modifiable.[2][5][6] Condensed milk and heavy cream can also be added.[2][7][4] Some versions use oranges as well.[2][7] However, the whipped topping and crust are essential ingredients, although the type of crust (e.g. graham cracker, shortbread) can vary.[1][2][7] Lemon juice has also been highlighted as a key ingredient, as it helps with thickening the filling.[4] It is served chilled enough where the filling retains its shape.[2]
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Alternative names | Million dollar pie, millionaire’s pie |
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Type | Dessert |
Place of origin | United States |
Region or state | Southern United States |
Main ingredients | Crust, whipped topping, pineapple, coconuts, pecans |
Variations | Hawaiian millionaire pie, Billionaire pie |
This is a type of icebox pie, which became popular between 1930 and 1950 with the adoption of refrigerators in the United States.[6]
One variation is billionaire's pie or Hawaiian million dollar pie, where maraschino cherries or cherry pie filling is added.[2][8][4]
Furr's was an establishment noted to have the dish.[2][9]
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