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.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

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)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Cut the cold cubed butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Add the beaten egg to the mixture and mix until combined. The dough will be crumbly.

Step 5

Press half of the dough mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Spread the pineapple filling evenly over the crust in the baking dish.

Step 8

Crumble the remaining dough over the pineapple filling, ensuring it's evenly distributed. If desired, sprinkle with ground cinnamon.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden brown.

Step 10

Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish before cutting into 12 squares. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1481.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4424.7

Total Fat 200.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 701.7mg	0%
Sodium 1183.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 636.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 372.6g
Protein 42.0g	0%

Vitamin D 156.7IU	0%
Calcium 286.4mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 1197.6mg	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: 39.9%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 56.4%