Royal Hawaiian Pie

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup pineapple puree
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and butter. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in condensed milk, pineapple puree, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Pour mixture into prepared crust. Bake for 25 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and center is set.
5. Combine coconut, pecans, and marshmallows in a medium bowl. Sprinkle over the top of the pie.
6. Bake an additional 10 minutes, or until marshmallows are golden brown.
7. Allow to cool completely before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Hawaii is the only U.S. state that grows coffee.
• Hawaii is the most isolated population center on the face of the earth.
• Hawaii is the only state with a royal palace.