Description
This Pineapple Casserole is a delightful mix of sweet and savory flavors, featuring juicy pineapple chunks, sharp cheddar cheese, and a crunchy Ritz cracker topping. It’s the perfect side dish for holiday meals, potlucks, or any family dinner!
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
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the drained pineapple chunks, sugar, flour, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until well mixed.
- Pour the pineapple mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are fully coated.
- Sprinkle the buttered cracker crumbs evenly over the top of the pineapple mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden and bubbly.
- Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with ham or turkey.
- You can use different cheeses like mozzarella or Swiss for a variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g