Pineapple Casserole Recipe
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Pineapple Casserole Recipe
Description
The Pineapple Casserole Recipe calls for canned pineapple chunks mixed with sugar, flour, shredded mild cheddar cheese, and some reserved pineapple juice. This mixture is spread in a greased baking dish. A topping of melted butter blended with crushed Ritz crackers is spooned over the pineapple. Covered with foil, the casserole bakes at 350°F for 25 minutes, then the foil is removed to let the topping lightly brown for an additional 5 minutes. The cheddar adds a mild savory note that complements the pineapple's sweetness, while the buttery cracker topping provides a crumbly texture reminiscent of a fruit cobbler.
The casserole delivers a blend of sweet, creamy, and crisp textures. The flour helps thicken the pineapple juices during baking, preventing excess liquid, while the cheddar cheese distributes a subtle tang. The buttered cracker crust adds crunch and richness, creating contrast with the tender pineapple filling.
This dish can be served as a side or a dessert, depending on the menu. It fits well alongside roasted meats or holiday feasts requiring a balance of sweet and savory flavors. Leftovers can be refrigerated, or double batches can be frozen for convenient future use.
Properly draining the pineapple is key to keeping the casserole from becoming watery. Crushing the crackers to a coarse texture ensures a pleasant cobbler-like topping rather than a fine crumb. The reserved pineapple juice can be saved for other recipes or beverages to avoid waste.
Ingredients
- 2 (20-oz cans) pineapple chunks reserve 1/4 cup juice, in juice, drained
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup mild cheddar cheese shredded
- 6 tablespoons butter melted, unsalted
- 3.5 ounce Ritz crackers crushed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350° and spray a 2 quart baking dish with cooking spray.
- Combine the pineapple, reserved pineapple juice, sugar, flour and cheddar cheese together in a bowl. Spread evenly in the pan.
- Mix the butter and crackers together and spoon over the pineapple.
- Cover the pan with tinfoil and place in the oven. Bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the tin foil and bake for another 5 minutes until the crackers have lightly browned.
- Remove and serve.
Notes
- Drain pineapple chunks thoroughly to avoid excess moisture in the casserole.
- Coarsely crush crackers to maintain a cobbler-like texture in the topping.
- Reserve pineapple juice for use in cocktails or other recipes to prevent waste.
- Double the recipe and freeze a portion for a convenient future side dish or dessert.
- Make ahead to reduce holiday meal preparation stress.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 382 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 382kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 50mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 265mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 50mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin A | 539IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 166mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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