Description
A classic Southern side dish with a sweet and savory twist, this Southern Pineapple Casserole combines pineapple, cheddar cheese, and a buttery cracker topping for a deliciously comforting flavor profile.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 (20-ounce) can pineapple chunks in juice, drained and juice reserved
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Topping:
- 1 cup reserved pineapple juice
- 1 sleeve (about 30) buttery round crackers like Ritz, crushed
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Mix the pineapple mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine drained pineapple chunks, sugar, and flour. Stir in cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup of reserved pineapple juice until well combined.
- Prepare the casserole: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Make the topping: In a separate bowl, mix crushed crackers with melted butter until coated. Sprinkle the cracker topping evenly over the pineapple mixture.
- Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly around the edges. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a less sweet version, reduce sugar to 3/4 cup.
- You can use pineapple tidbits for a different texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
