Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the South with this Southern Pineapple Casserole. A perfect blend of sweet and savory, this dish is a favorite accompaniment to ham or turkey, featuring a cheesy pineapple filling topped with a buttery cracker crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks in juice, drained (reserve 2 tablespoons juice)
- 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Cracker Topping:
- 1 sleeve (about 30) buttery round crackers, crushed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine drained pineapple chunks, crushed pineapple, reserved juice, sugar, and flour. Fold in cheddar cheese.
- Assemble: Transfer mixture to the baking dish. Combine crushed crackers and melted butter, then sprinkle over the filling.
- Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This casserole is a classic sweet-and-savory Southern dish that pairs well with ham or turkey.
- For extra crunch, consider toasting the cracker topping before adding it to the casserole.
- If using fresh pineapple, ensure it is well-drained to prevent excess liquid in the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scoop
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.4g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
