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Pineapple Casserole: The Sweet Dish That Wins Every Crowd

Slice of pineapple casserole served on a white plate with a fork.
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pineapple and cheese combinations may sound crazy. But once you taste the combination, it works. The sweetness of the pineapple complements the sharp flavor of the cheese, culminating in a deliciously crunchy buttery cracker topping.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans of pineapple chunks (20 ounces each), drained—reserve ½ cup of the juice.
  • 1 cup of granulated sugar (you can adjust this if you want it less sweet).
  • 6 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
  • 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese—don’t skimp on the sharpness here!
  • 1 sleeve of Ritz crackers, crushed into crumbs.
  • 1 stick of unsalted butter, melted.

Instructions

1. Preheat Your Oven

Set your oven to 350°F. This is casserole territory, and we’re keeping things classic.

2. Mix the Filling

Into a big mixing bowl, add sugar and flour, pour in the leftover juice from the canned pineapple and stir until smooth. Add the drained pineapple chunks and shredded cheddar cheese and mix everything together until well coated.

3. Assemble the Casserole

Pour the pineapple mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

4. Add the Topping

in another bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the butter that has melted. Stir up well so that all the crumbs are covered with butter, and then spread that all over the filling.

5. Bake

Bake the casserole for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly. The smell coming out of your oven? Pure heaven.

6. Cool Slightly and Serve

Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. It’s best enjoyed warm, but trust me, it’s still tasty at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use fresh pineapple: If you have the time, cutting up a fresh pineapple adds an extra burst of flavor. Just soak the chunks in pineapple juice for a few minutes to keep things juicy.
  • Cut back on sugar: If you’re not into super sweet dishes, feel free to use ¾ cup of sugar instead of a full cup. It won’t compromise the flavor.
  • Experiment with crackers: Ritz crackers are the classic choice, but buttery club crackers or even crushed pretzels work great too.
  • Add a dash of spice: And warming them up is much ado with a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg-they’re good finishers for such dishes.
  • Make it ahead of time: Casserole can be put together a day ahead and baked just before serving.

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