Description
Pineapple Casserole is a delightful dish that harmonizes sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal side for any occasion. This recipe features juicy canned pineapple combined with sharp cheddar cheese, all topped with a crispy layer of crushed buttery crackers. Whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner or enjoying a cozy family meal, this casserole is sure to impress everyone at the table. Its unique blend of textures and tastes creates a comforting dish that evokes warmth and nostalgia. Plus, it’s easy to prepare ahead of time, allowing you to focus on other aspects of your meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20-ounce can pineapple chunks (drained)
- 20-ounce can crushed pineapple (undrained)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1/4 cup salted butter (melted)
- 1 1/2 sleeves buttery round crackers (crushed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine drained pineapple chunks, undrained crushed pineapple, flour, and sugar until mixed well.
- Fold in 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Spread the mixture in the prepared baking dish evenly.
- In the same bowl, mix crushed crackers with melted butter and remaining cheese until combined.
- Sprinkle cracker topping over the pineapple mixture and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg