fruit pieces, you can pulse the drained pineapple a few times in a food processor or chop it more finely before mixing so the texture is smoother.
For a firmer pie that holds up longer on a buffet table, you can partially freeze the whipped topping before mixing so the filling starts out extra cold, or pop the finished pie into the freezer for 20–30 minutes right before serving.
To dress it up for company, top each slice with a cherry or a little sprinkle of toasted coconut right before serving, again knowing you’re adding extras beyond the base three ingredients.
Food safety tips: Keep the pie refrigerated until serving, and return any leftovers to the fridge within 2 hours (within 1 hour if it’s very warm in the kitchen or if
