Best 7 Pineapple Crunch Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Pineapple Crunch Casserole, a harmonious blend of sweet and crunchy textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic Southern dessert is a symphony of flavors, featuring a juicy pineapple filling nestled between layers of buttery oat crumble. As the casserole bakes, the pineapple releases its tropical essence, infusing the casserole with a burst of sunshine. The crispy oat topping adds a delightful crunch that perfectly complements the soft and tender interior. This recipe is not only a crowd-pleaser but also a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a warm and comforting dessert or a refreshing summertime treat. So, gather your ingredients and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

In addition to the classic Pineapple Crunch Casserole, this article offers a delightful collection of variations that cater to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions. For those who prefer a tangy twist, the Lemon Crunch Casserole adds a burst of citrusy freshness to the classic recipe. If you're seeking a gluten-free option, the Gluten-Free Pineapple Crunch Casserole provides an equally delectable experience without compromising on flavor. And for those with a sweet tooth, the Chocolate Pineapple Crunch Casserole is a decadent indulgence that combines the tropical flavors of pineapple with the richness of chocolate.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

PINEAPPLE CASSEROLE



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This pineapple casserole with Cheddar cheese is beloved for its simplicity (and short ingredient list).

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Categories     Casserole

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (20-oz.) cans pineapple chunks in juice, drained (reserve 6 Tbsp. juice)
⅓ cups sugar
5 tablespoons flour
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup butter, melted
1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350˚F. In a medium size bowl, combine sugar, flour, and reserved pineapple juice. Add pineapple chunks and toss well to combine. Spoon pineapple mixture into 8x8-inch casserole dish and top with shredded cheese.
  • Combine crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Spread Ritz cracker topping evenly on top of pineapple mixture.
  • Bake at 350˚F for 30 minutes, or until bubbly.

PINEAPPLE CHEESE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Stacey Little | SouthernBite.com

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (20-ounce) cans pineapple chunks, drained with juice reserved
1 cup sugar
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 sleeve buttery round crackers, crushed ((about 1 3/4 cups crushed) I used Ritz. )
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Drain the pineapple very well and reserve 6 tablespoons of the juice for the recipe.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the sugar, flour and 6 tablespoons of the juice. Add the pineapple and mix well. Pour it into the prepared dish. Sprinkle the cheese over the top.
  • In a medium bowl, add the melted butter to the crushed cracker crumbs and stir to coat them in the butter. Sprinkle them evenly over the cheese. Bake for about 30 minutes and then allow the casserole to rest for about 10 minutes and thicken before serving.

PINEAPPLE CASSEROLE



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Pineapple casserole is Southern classic side dish that is unusual yet delicious. It's made with pineapple chunks, sugar and cheddar cheese then topped with butter crackers before baking. This vegetarian casserole is cheesy and crunchy goodness.

Provided by Paula Deen

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup sugar
6 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
2 (20 oz) cans drained, and 6 tablespoons pineapple juice reserved pineapple chunks
1 cup made into crumbs buttery crackers
8 tablespoons melted, plus extra for greasing pan butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
  • Grease a medium-size casserole dish with butter.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the sugar and flour. Gradually stir in the cheese. Add the drained pineapple chunks, and stir until ingredients are well combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
  • In another medium bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, melted butter, and reserved pineapple juice, stirring with a rubber spatula until evenly blended. Spread crumb mixture on top of pineapple mixture. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

BAKED PINEAPPLE CASSEROLE



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A bread and pineapple casserole that goes great with a ham dinner.

Provided by Cheryl

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup butter
1 cup white sugar
4 eggs
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground nutmeg
5 slices white bread, torn
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a medium-sized casserole dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Beat in eggs one at a time. Stir in cinnamon and nutmeg. Add bread and crushed pineapple into the mixture. Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and lightly browned, about 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.2 calories, Carbohydrate 58.8 g, Cholesterol 164.9 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 162.2 mg, Sugar 48 g

SWEET POTATO, ORANGE & PINEAPPLE CRUNCH



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I combined my two absolute favorite sweet potato casseroles in the world to create my own version for the holiday table. -Lisa Varner, El Paso, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 6 cups)
3/4 cup sugar
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain., Place sweet potatoes in a large bowl; mash potatoes. Stir in sugar, pineapple, eggs, sour cream, orange zest, juice, butter and vanilla; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. For topping, in a large bowl, mix coconut, pecans, brown sugar and flour. Add butter; mix until crumbly. Sprinkle over top., Bake, uncovered, until heated through and topping is golden brown, 40-45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 110mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (45g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PINEAPPLE CRUNCH



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Betty Wiersma's crunchy pineapple dessert offers quick refreshment. "This recipe was given to me years ago by a co-worker," explains the Sherwood Park, Alberta cook. "Every time I take it somewhere, it's a favorite."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 9-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup crushed cornflakes
2 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cans (8 ounces each) crushed pineapple, undrained
2 cups vanilla ice cream, softened
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, combine cornflake crumbs, sugar and butter. Press into a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Bake 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and pineapple until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Cool. , In a bowl, beat ice cream and pudding mix on low speed 2 minutes or until blended and thickened. Spoon over crust. Top with pineapple mixture. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 236mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

EASY PINEAPPLE CASSEROLE



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A wonderful blend of savory cheese and sweet pineapple. Excellent side dish, especially for ham or pork. Not too sweet. Serve it hot, warm, or even room temperature. All my friends have requested this recipe and serve it with their Easter dinners! Yum!

Provided by THECINAS

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, partially drained
⅔ cup white sugar
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 stick butter, melted
1 ½ cups shredded orange Cheddar cheese
1 sleeve crushed buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix pineapple tidbits and crushed pineapple together in a bowl and layer into the bottom of a 9x13-inch glass baking dish. Mix sugar and flour together in a bowl and sprinkle mixture over pineapple. Spread Cheddar cheese on top. Cover everything with crushed crackers. Drizzle with melted butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, 30 to 40 minutes. Serve hot, warm, or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 35.2 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 143.2 mg, Sugar 24.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh pineapple. Fresh pineapple has a brighter flavor and more nutrients than canned pineapple. If you must use canned pineapple, choose unsweetened pineapple packed in its own juice.
  • Don't overcook the pineapple. Overcooked pineapple will become mushy and lose its flavor. Cook it just until it is tender.
  • Use a variety of nuts. You can use all walnuts, all pecans, or a combination of the two. If you want to add a little extra crunch, add some chopped almonds or slivered almonds.
  • Don't skimp on the butter. Butter adds richness and flavor to the casserole. If you use too little butter, the casserole will be dry and crumbly.
  • Serve the casserole warm. Pineapple crunch casserole is best served warm, but it can also be served cold.

Conclusion:

Pineapple crunch casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover pineapple, and it is always a hit with guests. The combination of sweet pineapple, crunchy nuts, and creamy topping is irresistible. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give pineapple crunch casserole a try!

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