The Easiest Pineapple Bake
Crispy, creamy, and sweet. This Pineapple Bake features juicy pineapple chunks baked with melty sharp cheddar and a golden buttery cracker crust. It sounds like an odd combination, but the salty cheese and sweet fruit create an addictive flavor profile. Serve this warm right out of the oven for the best texture.
Ingredients
- 2 20-ounce cans pineapple chunks, not drained
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 sleeve buttery round crackers about 30 to 35 crackers, crushed
- ½ cup salted butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the undrained pineapple, sugar, and flour until well combined.
- Pour pineapple mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- In a separate bowl, mix crushed crackers with melted butter until the crumbs are coated.
- Scatter the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until bubbly around the edges and golden brown on top.
- Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a crisp topping, add the cracker layer right before baking if assembling ahead.
- Pineapple tidbits or crushed pineapple can be used, but the texture will be softer with crushed.
- If you prefer a less sweet bake, reduce sugar by 2 tablespoons.