This pineapple casserole recipe is sweet, tangy, and pleasantly crunchy (thanks to the buttery cracker topping). What more could you ask for?
Pineapple Casserole Ingredients
These are the ingredients you’ll need to make this budget-friendly pineapple casserole recipe:
- Canned pineapple: This recipe starts with a can of crushed pineapple and a can of pineapple chunks.
- Cheese: Two cups of Cheddar cheese takes the flavor and texture up a notch.
- Sugar: Sweeten things up with white sugar.
- Flour: All-purpose flour thickens the casserole.
- Crackers and butter: Make the crunchy topping with crushed buttery round crackers and a stick of melted butter.
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How to Make Pineapple Casserole
You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make this easy pineapple casserole:
- Drain the pineapple chunks, reserving some of the juice. Transfer to a bowl.
- Add the remaining pineapple, cheese, sugar, and flour and transfer to a casserole dish.
- Make the topping and sprinkle it over the casserole.
- Bake until golden brown.
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Can You Make Pineapple Casserole Ahead of Time?
You can assemble the casserole up to two days in advance, but wait to add the topping until right before baking. Store the untopped casserole (covered tightly in the refrigerator) until you’re ready to eat. Remove it from the fridge, add the topping, and bake according to the recipe.
How to Store Pineapple Casserole
Store your leftover pineapple casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Can You Freeze Pineapple Casserole?
We don’t recommend freezing pineapple casserole, as it will become mushy during the freezing and thawing process. Try to enjoy it within a few days!
Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise
“This was absolutely delicious,” raves Leora. “Being from the Northeast, I never heard of this dish before, but wanted to try it as I had some pineapple to use up. It’s very sweet and would make a wonderful addition to any other side dishes at the table...or to simply eat by itself for brunch!”
“One of my absolute favorite recipes of all time,” says sweetpealifestyle. “Total comfort food.”
“I added some crushed dry crackers on the very top to add a little extra crunch,” according to Candice Parr. “I will definitely be making it again!”
Editorial contributions by Corey Williams
Ingredients
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1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks
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1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
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2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
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½ cup white sugar, or to taste
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⅓ cup all-purpose flour
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40 buttery round crackers (such as Ritz), crushed
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½ cup butter, melted, or to taste
Directions
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Gather all ingredients.
![All ingredients gathered to make Southern pineapple casserole.]()
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Drain pineapple chunks, reserving 1/4 cup of the juice. Transfer both chunks and juice into a large bowl.
![Pineapple chunks drained and liquid reserved.]()
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Add drained, crushed pineapple, cheese, sugar, and flour; mix to combine.
![Pineapple, cheese, sugar and flour combined in a bowl.]()
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Pour into a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.
![Mixture poured into a casserole dish.]()
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Mix cracker crumbs and melted butter in a small bowl; sprinkle over pineapple mixture.
![Cracker crumbs and melted butter mixed together and sprinkled over top pineapple mixture.]()
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Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 30 minutes.
![Casserole baked until golden-brown.]()
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Recipe Tip
You can use pineapple tidbits instead of chunks.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 423 | Calories |
| 26g | Fat |
| 42g | Carbs |
| 7g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
| Calories 423 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 26g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat 15g | 76% |
| Cholesterol 65mg | 22% |
| Sodium 360mg | 16% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 31g | |
| Protein 7g | 15% |
| Vitamin C 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium 192mg | 15% |
| Iron 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium 145mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
