Southern Pineapple Casserole with Cheddar and Ritz Topping
Make this sweet and savory pineapple casserole, a traditional Southern side dish featuring crushed pineapple, sharp cheddar cheese, and a buttery Ritz cracker topping.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Total Time: 45 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 20 oz can crushed pineapple, drained well
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 sleeve (about 30) Ritz crackers, crushed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, combine the drained crushed pineapple, sugar, flour, and beaten eggs. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Pour this mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate small bowl, toss the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the top of the pineapple mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
- Let the casserole cool for about 10 minutes before serving warm.
Notes
- Drain the pineapple thoroughly; excess liquid will make the casserole watery.
- This dish pairs well with baked ham or turkey for holiday meals.
- For a slightly tangier flavor, use extra-sharp cheddar cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 7
- Cholesterol: 50