baked pineapple casserole

Here’s a classic baked pineapple casserole—sweet, buttery, and perfect as a side dish or dessert 🍍✨

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Baked Pineapple Casserole

Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

• 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks or tidbits, drained

• 1 cup sugar

• 4 large eggs

• 6 tbsp melted butter

• 1 cup crushed buttery crackers (like Ritz)

• Optional: ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (Southern-style twist)

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Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
   Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.

2. Mix Filling
   In a bowl, whisk sugar and eggs until smooth.
   Stir in melted butter and pineapple.

3. Assemble
   Pour mixture into baking dish.
   Sprinkle crushed crackers evenly over the top.
   Add cheese if using.

4. Bake
   Bake 35–40 minutes until golden and set in the center.

5. Cool & Serve
   Let cool slightly before serving.

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Tips & Variations

• Less sweet: Reduce sugar to ¾ cup

• Extra crunch: Add chopped pecans to the topping

• Dessert-style: Serve warm with vanilla ice cream

• Holiday version: Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg

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Serve With

• Ham or pork dishes

• Holiday meals

• Brunch spreads

If you want, I can give you a cheesy Southern version, a no-egg version, or a quick 5-ingredient recipe 😊