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A close-up of a golden, baked pineapple casserole with melted sharp Cheddar cheese, sweet pineapple chunks, and a crispy, buttery Ritz cracker topping, served in a 9x13-inch baking dish on a rustic wooden table.

Classic Southern Pineapple Casserole: Sweet, Savory, and Irresistible

This pineapple casserole recipe is a beloved Southern classic that combines the sweet tanginess of pineapple with the rich creaminess of sharp Cheddar cheese, all
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Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
5–10 minutes10 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Servings:10 servings
Course:Appetizer
Cuisine:American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 2 20-ounce cans pineapple chunks, drained (reserve 6 tablespoons of juice)
  • 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers about 1 sleeve
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare Filling: Mix sugar and flour in a bowl. Add cheese and stir to coat. Fold in pineapple chunks and reserved juice.
  3. Assemble Casserole: Pour mixture into the dish and spread evenly.
  4. Make Topping: Combine crushed crackers and melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the filling.
  5. Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  6. Serve: Let cool for 5–10 minutes, then serve warm.