Pineapple Crumb Bars
Bursting with tropical flavor and perfect for any occasion, these Pineapple Crumb Bars are a delightful combination of buttery, crumbly layers and a luscious pineapple filling. Featuring a simple homemade crust and topping made from a mix of flour, sugars, and cold butter, these bars are enhanced with a creamy, tangy filling of crushed pineapple thickened with cornstarch and kissed with vanilla. The recipe comes together in just under an hour, making it an excellent dessert or snack option when you're short on time but craving something special. Plus, with an optional sprinkle of ground cinnamon for a touch of warmth, these bars are as versatile as they are delicious. Perfectly portioned into 12 servings, they’re ideal for parties, potlucks, or as a tropical-themed treat to enjoy at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 large egg, slightly beaten
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Cut the cold cubed butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the beaten egg to the mixture and mix until combined. The dough will be crumbly.
Press half of the dough mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
In a medium saucepan, combine the drained crushed pineapple, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Stir over medium heat until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
Spread the pineapple filling evenly over the crust in the baking dish.
Crumble the remaining dough over the pineapple filling, ensuring it's evenly distributed. If desired, sprinkle with ground cinnamon.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden brown.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish before cutting into 12 squares. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4425 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 200.5 g | 257% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.5 g | 618% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 702 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 1183 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 636.7 g | 232% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 372.6 g | ||
| Protein | 42.0 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 1198 mg | 25% | |
*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.
