Pineapple Casserole Recipe
This Southern-style pineapple casserole is the perfect blend of sweet, tangy pineapple, sharp cheddar cheese, and a buttery cracker topping. Ideal as a side dish for ham, turkey, or BBQ, this easy-to-make recipe is a holiday favorite and a crowd-pleaser at potlucks!
Ingredients
Pineapple Mixture:
- 1 (20 oz) can pineapple chunks (drained)
- 1 (20 oz) can pineapple chunks (drained)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
Cracker Topping:
- 1 ½ cups Ritz crackers, crushed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained pineapple chunks, tidbits, shredded cheddar cheese, sugar, and flour.
- Stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Pour the pineapple mixture into the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter until well coated.
- Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the pineapple layer.
- Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm as a side dish with ham, turkey, or BBQ meats.
Notes
- Drain pineapple thoroughly to prevent a watery casserole.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a subtle warm spice twist.
- For extra crunch, mix in chopped pecans or walnuts into the cracker topping.
- To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free crackers and replace flour with cornstarch.