Easy Pineapple Casserole Recipe – Sweet & Savory Side Dish
This Pineapple Casserole is a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors, with juicy pineapple, sharp cheddar cheese, and a buttery Ritz cracker topping. It’s the perfect side dish for holidays, potlucks, or weeknight dinners!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (20 oz) cans pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed
- ½ cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix pineapple chunks, sugar, flour, and cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Spread the pineapple mixture evenly in the baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter until fully coated.
- Sprinkle the buttery cracker crumbs evenly over the pineapple mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
✔ Pairing: Great with ham, turkey, or roasted chicken.
✔ Cheese Swap: Try mozzarella or Swiss cheese for a different flavor.
✔ Crunchier Topping: Add chopped pecans or breadcrumbs to the cracker mix.
✔ Less Sweet: Reduce sugar to ¾ cup if preferred.
Nutrition
- Calories: 280 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g