Pineapple and Cheddar Cheese Casserole
Indulge in the unexpected harmony of sweet and savory with this Pineapple and Cheddar Cheese Casserole, a Southern-inspired favorite that's perfect for holiday dinners, potlucks, or weeknight comfort meals. This crowd-pleasing casserole layers juicy pineapple chunks with sharp cheddar cheese and a buttery, golden Ritz cracker topping for a delightful crunch. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients like canned pineapple, all-purpose flour, and granulated sugar, this dish transforms pantry staples into a unique flavor sensation. Baked until bubbly and golden brown, it’s a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and cheesy goodness, guaranteed to become the star of your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 oz Pineapple chunks (canned, drained)
- 6 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 cup Butter (melted)
- 1 cup Ritz crackers (crushed)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained pineapple chunks, all-purpose flour, and granulated sugar. Mix well to ensure the pineapple is evenly coated.
Spread the pineapple mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the pineapple layer.
In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Mix until the cracker crumbs are evenly coated.
Spread the buttery cracker topping evenly over the cheese layer in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy this delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4103 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 218.5 g | 280% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.3 g | 626% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 498 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 3219 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 482.0 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 281.6 g | ||
| Protein | 80.3 g | 161% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1692 mg | 130% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1047 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
