Millionaire Pie
If you’re looking for a dessert that’s easy to make, totally delicious, and a little bit nostalgic, Millionaire Pie is calling your name! Also known as Furr’s Cafeteria Pineapple Millionaire Pie, this sweet, creamy, no-bake treat comes together in minutes but tastes like a million bucks.
Millionaire Pie combines fluffy whipped cream, crushed pineapple, and crunchy pecans in a delicious, creamy filling that tastes like pure indulgence.
I saw this recipe in an old church cookbook, and the name alone made me want to make it. It gets its name from being so “rich.”
I wasn’t familiar with “Furr’s Cafeteria,” but a quick Google search showed me that it’s an American chain buffet restaurant with locations throughout Arizona, Arkansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Texas.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy to Make: This is one of those desserts that requires minimal effort. With a few basic ingredients and a pre-made crust, you’ve got yourself a crowd-pleasing dessert in no time.
- Customizable: You can add your twist to Millionaire Pie! Swap out the nuts, mix in different fruits, or try a chocolate layer if you’re feeling adventurous.
- Perfect for Parties: This pie is great for potlucks, gatherings, or even picnics. It travels well, can be made ahead, and it’s a hit with everyone.
Ingredients
The full printable recipe card with measurements and instructions is found at the bottom of the post.
- Powdered Sugar – Sweetens the filling and adds a smooth texture. We call this “icing sugar” in Canada.
- Egg Yolks – Adds richness and helps bind the filling together. If you are concerned about the eggs, feel free to use an egg alternative or pasteurized eggs.
- Vanilla Extract – Brings a warm, sweet flavor that enhances the other ingredients.
- Pecans – Adds a satisfying crunch and a hint of nuttiness.
- Unsalted Butter – Creates a creamy texture and helps the filling hold together.
- Salt – Balances the sweetness and enhances the flavors.
- Crushed Pineapple – Adds juicy, fruity flavor to the pie and pairs perfectly with the creamy filling.
- Whipping Cream – Whips up to a light, airy texture, creating the fluffy body of the filling. (35% milk fat)
- Baked Deep Dish Pie Crust – The base for the pie, giving it structure and a delicious, crumbly bite. I use a frozen pie crust and baked it according to the package directions.
How to Make Millionaire Pie
Follow along to learn how to make Millionaire Pie!
- Step One: In a large bowl, cream together butter, powdered sugar, egg yolks, salt, and vanilla extract until it resembles frosting.
- Step Two: Spread mixture into pie shells. Chill while you prepare the next layer.
- Step Three: In a large bowl, whip whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Blend in crushed pineapple and pecans. Spread on top of the first layer.
- Step Four: Chill for 3 hours or more.
What to Serve with It
Variations and Substitutions
- Fruit Swaps: Try adding chopped canned peaches, fruit cocktail, strawberries, mango, or mandarin oranges for a fresh twist.
- Different Nuts: Switch out the pecans for walnuts, almonds, or a mix of your favorites. You can also omit them from the recipe.
- Chocolate Layer: Add a layer of chocolate ganache under the filling for a rich, decadent touch.
- Change the Crust: Use a graham cracker crust, chocolate cookie crust, or nut crust to switch up the flavors.
Storing and Freezing Tips
- Freeze It: You can freeze Millionaire Pie to enjoy later. Wrap it tightly with plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe container. It’ll keep for up to 3 months. Just thaw in the fridge before serving!
- Store in the Fridge: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Chilled Bowl for Whipping Cream: Chill your bowl and whisk before whipping the cream. It helps it whip up faster!
- Drain the Pineapple: Make sure to drain the crushed pineapple really well to avoid a soggy filling.
- Serve Cold: For the best texture, let the pie chill for at least 3 hours (or overnight) to allow the flavors to come together and the filling to set.
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Millionaire Pie
Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup pecans chopped
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 2 baked deep dish pie crusts
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, powdered sugar, egg yolks, salt and vanilla extract. Beat until it resembles frosting.
- Spread mixture into pie shells. Chill while you prepare the next layer.
- In a large bowl, whip whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Blend in crushed pineapple and pecans. Spread on top of first layer.
- Chill for 3 hours or more.
Notes
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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This would have been a great pie. However, step 3 left out adding powdered sugar to the whipping cream.
I made this EXACTLY as the recipie instructed. It was very diappointing.
Great pie have eaten it many times. I add cherries too. I was told that when you use eggs and add lemon juice that the lemon makes it okay to eat. What do you think they use to make no bake cheese cake and key lime pie. Just make sure your eggs are fresh the lemon is supposed to actually cook the eggs:
If using cool whip how much do you add?
I would use 2 cups.
With or without powdered sugar?
I would still use the powdered sugar because it goes in the bottom layer and not the whipped cream layer.
I suggest using pineapple in heavy syrup, if you can find it. The whipped cream isn’t sweetened, according to the recipe, and pineapple drained of its own juice wasn’t very sweet. I tried adding some of the juice back, but next time I’ll try to find pineapple in syrup. Also, I think two 8” pies with thicker layers would do, or make one 10” deep dish.
Can you use cool whip
Yes, you can. You wouldn’t need to whip it with a mixer because it’s already the right consistency.
When you beat the egg yolks long enough along with the other ingredients it’s safe to eat and it’s a very very good pie my whole family loves it and then they want me to make 2 more
I will not eat uncooked eggs. The recipe sounds delicious but need one that requires baking.
You can’t really cook butter and powdered sugar, lol! I have eaten this pie for 30 plus years and didn’t die 🙂
Happy to find this recipe as I had lost mine – most of the ones on the internet have a graham crust and cream cheese – no, no, no!. As far as I’m concerned this is the genuine article – it must have a pastry crust to counter the sweetness of the filling.
The egg yolks is my concern. I would love making this pie, except for the eggs. Is there a different ingredient to use that will do what the yolks do?
I use pasteurized eggs, but you could try an imitation eggs product like eggbeaters.
Millionaire pie is my favorite! Furor’s was always a great place for all you can eat buffet, I would get millionaire pie every time we ate there Unfortunately all of them in my area of Texas have closed down.
This looks so fun : ) Like a pie version of ‘ambrosia salad,’ a hallowed midwestern and southern american treat and the star of many potlucks : ) Thank you for sharing the recipe!