A luau party requires bright, colorful dishes that bring the tropics to your table. Regarding desserts, DIY tropical fruit pies are a total showstopper. They are refreshing, fruity and full of flavors that will transport you to the beach. Whether celebrating a birthday, having a summer gathering or spending quality time with loved ones, tropical fruit pies are the perfect sweet finish to your menu.
From sweet mangos and tangy pineapples to creamy bananas and juicy passionfruit, these pies showcase the best tropical fruit. They are easy to make and you can get creative with flavors and presentation. Go for classic crusts, no-bake options or fun mini pies that are easy to grab and go.
These pies are a treat for the eyes as well as the taste buds. Whether you’re a pro or a beginner, tropical fruit pies are easygoing and flexible. With fresh ingredients and a bit of elbow grease, you’ll have a dessert that’s both yummy and on theme.
Pineapple is tropical, bright, tangy and sweet pie, it has a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, creamy pineapple filling that’s a total winner. Fresh pineapple chunks are simmered to release their juice and then mixed with cream cheese, condensed milk and a hint of vanilla. It’s a perfect balance of sweet and tart. Topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes, it’s light, refreshing and summer-perfect.
A slice of mango coconut pie is like sunshine on a plate. This pie celebrates ripe, juicy mangoes and the richness of coconut milk. The base is a golden, flaky shortcrust pastry, which holds a mango puree filling, thickened with cornstarch and coconut cream for a smooth texture. Cardamom or lime zest adds a hint of tropical. Top with toasted shredded coconut for a crunchy contrast.
This tropical take on lemon meringue pie is full of zesty, floral passionfruit. The pie has a crisp, buttery crust filled with smooth, tangy passionfruit curd made by mixing fresh passionfruit pulp, sugar, butter and egg yolks. The meringue topping is light and fluffy and toasted to perfection. The tart passionfruit balances the sweetness of the meringue, it’s a beauty on any dessert table.
Give the old banana cream pie a tropical twist by using a macadamia nut crust. The crust is made by blending roasted macadamia nuts with crushed biscuits and melted butter. Layer with sliced bananas and a vanilla custard made with whole milk and egg yolks. Top with a big dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of crushed macadamia nuts.
Guava pie is a sweet and tangy treat that brings a little bit of Hawaiian to your luau. The filling is made with guava puree or nectar and sugar and cornstarch to thicken it up to a jam-like consistency. Add a squeeze of lime juice to balance out the sweetness. Pour the guava mixture into a flaky, golden brown pie crust and bake until set. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
This tropical dessert is a creamy coconut milk and zesty lime explosion. A crunchy graham cracker crust or buttery shortcrust base holds the creamy coconut filling which is lightened with whipped cream and infused with lime zest and juice. Sprinkle lime zest and toasted coconut flakes on top for a decorative touch. Serve chilled for a cool and refreshing dessert that’s sweet and tangy.
Looking for bite sized treats? Pineapple mango mini pies are perfect for any luau party. These individual pies have a buttery crust filled with a tropical fruit mixture of pineapple and mango cooked down with sugar and lime juice. Topped with a lattice or crumb topping. Small enough to serve, share and enjoy with no mess. It is packed with flavor in every bite and a great choice for your dessert table.
Papaya gives this tropical dessert a new spin and pairs beautifully with the warmth of ginger. The pie starts with a classic pie crust, crispy and golden, filled with a creamy filling made with ripe papaya puree, ginger and a squeeze of lime juice. The spice of the ginger balances out the sweetness of the papaya.
This beauty is as pretty as it is delicious. A crisp tart shell is filled with a layer of vanilla pastry cream made with milk, eggs and sugar. Fresh fruit slices are arranged on top, a green, yellow and orange explosion. Brush the fruit with a light apricot glaze to give it a glossy finish.