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!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

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)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Spread the pineapple mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 4

Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the pineapple layer.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Mix until the cracker crumbs are evenly coated.

Step 6

Spread the buttery cracker topping evenly over the cheese layer in the baking dish.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy this delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1403.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4103.0

Total Fat 218.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 125.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 497.5mg	0%
Sodium 3219.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 482.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 281.6g
Protein 80.3g	0%

Vitamin D 48.0IU	0%
Calcium 1691.8mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 1046.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.6%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 45.7%