Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

Pineapple Casserole

Teresa Ambra

Okay, can I go on record and state that this Pineapple Casserole is probably one of my most favorite side dishes ever? Truly, this amazing casserole is awesome. It’s southern-style food to its core. The combination of pineapple, sharp cheddar cheese and Ritz cracker crumbs absolutely rocks. Yes, I love this casserole and devour large portions of it whenever I serve it!

Follow Me On Instagram!

From the first time I sunk my teeth into this mouthwatering casserole decades ago, I’ve loved Pineapple Casserole. Our church cook used to serve this for Wednesday night suppers especially when she made it with ham. Oh my!

When we were hosting a Friday night Bible study from a former church, one of the gals used to bring this scrumptious dish. I asked her to make it often. It’s not only wonderful served with ham, it’s great with any kind of main dish. Finally, I asked for the recipe. She texted it to me with very little instructions, but thankfully, I was able to decipher and figure out how to put it together.

I’ve made Pineapple Casserole several times for company. I ask them to try at least one bite. Without exception, everyone loves this amazing side dish. No lie! The first time I made it, I had several couples over and one who was a diabetic. I told him everything else I made that night he could eat, but NOT the Pineapple Casserole! I served it with Grilled Chicken, my famous Deviled Eggs, Bacon-Tomato Salad, Garlic Smashed Cauliflower and Spicy Creamed Corn.

The second time I made it for another group of company. Many went back for seconds. I served it with a Pot Roast Dinner and Baked Tomatoes Romano. Everyone else brought other sides. But everyone was amazed at the way the flavors blended. I can’t explain it but the combination is so incredibly mouthwatering, I could eat a dinner of just Pineapple Casserole!

I even had some left over to give to neighbors across the street when they moved in around the same time. They loved it along with all the other goodies I send at the time. Seriously, this deep-south side dish is so spectacular that I recommend it for any kind of family gathering or company dinner. I usually dare people to try it without telling them what it is. Once they have a bite, they’re truly hooked! No kidding.

Try Pineapple Casserole for your next special occasion dinner, like birthdays or anniversaries, Mother’s Day or Father’s Day (long past, I know). But certainly put it on your menu for Thanksgiving and Christmas this year. This side dish uses only 6 ingredients. It’s soooooo easy to whip up and it’s absolutely perfect for family gatherings. And everyone will be so glad you served it. Trust me. It’s delicious.

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

Pineapple Casserole is so scrumptious, I could eat the whole thing for dinner!

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

The savory and sweet flavor combination is an astronomical delight!

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

We love this deep-south dish.

Here’s what I did.

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

I used these ingredients.

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

Place two cans of chunk pineapple in a mixing bowl. Don’t drain ANY of the pineapple. Use all of it plus all of the juice. Some cans have more juice than others, but use it all!

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

Add sugar, flour and sharp cheddar cheese.

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

Stir ingredients to combine. If yours has a little more juice, don’t worry about it. The flour thickens it up while baking.

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

Spread mixture into a greased 9×9″ glass baking dish.

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

Melt butter.

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

Add crushed Ritz Cracker crumbs and stir well to combine. I usually just crush the crackers in my hands and add to the butter.

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

Sprinkle the Ritz cracker crumbs evenly over top of the casserole.

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

Bake at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes until the top is golden brown and mixture is hot and bubbly.

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

Every spoonful will rock your world. No kidding!

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

So many of our friends who have tried Pineapple Casserole have raved over it and gone back for seconds!

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

I served Pineapple Casserole with Grilled Chicken, Bacon-Tomato Salad, Deviled Eggs, Garlic Smashed Cauliflower and Spicy Creamed Corn.

Here’s the recipe.

PINEAPPLE CASSEROLE

(Recipe from Denise Cornett, Ovilla Road Baptist Church, Ovilla, TX)

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

Pineapple Casserole

Teresa Ambra
Pineapple Casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! This amazing side dish uses only six ingredients, but they sure pack a powerful punch. The combination of savory and sweet with the pineapple, cheddar cheese and Ritz Cracker crumbs is absolutely irresistible. This is a terrific casserole for company or holiday dinners like Thanksgiving, Christmas, Mother's Day or Father's Day. Every time we make this deep-south casserole everyone raves over it and goes back for seconds.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Southern
Servings 9
Calories 469 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x9" glass baking dish
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • 1 Rolling Pin to crush crackers (or just crush them in your hands)
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • 1 small bowl
  • 1 fork

Ingredients
  

FILLING:

  • 40 oz. can pineapple chunks undrained (two 20 ounce cans)
  • 10 tbsp. flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 12 oz. pkg. sharp cheddar cheese shredded

TOPPING:

  • 3/4 cup real salted butter melted (1 1/2 sticks)
  • 2 sleeves Ritz crackers crumbled (see note below)

Instructions
 

FILLING:

  • Combine pineapple, flour, cheddar cheese and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl.
  • Spread into a greased 9x9” glass casserole dish.

TOPPING:

  • Combine topping ingredients and sprinkle evenly over top of casserole.
  • Bake at 350° for about 30 minutes or until topping is golden brown.

Notes

NOTE: Ritz crackers has changed the amounts of the crackers in the individual sleeves and decreased the amount in each sleeve by about an ounce. Add additional crushed crackers if you desire.
 
NOTE: I usually crush the crackers in my hands rather than dragging out the rolling pin!
 
© Can’t Stay Out of the Kitchen

Nutrition

Calories: 469kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 12gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 78mgSodium: 373mgPotassium: 207mgFiber: 2gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 915IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 295mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cheese, pineapple, side dish
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

This six-ingredient recipe is so easy to toss together.

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

Pineapple Casserole is absolutely breathtaking served with ham dishes, but it’s also wonderful with just about any other main dish entree. It was wonderful with Grilled Chicken and Bacon-Tomato Salad.

Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

This southern dish is truly wonderful for holiday dinners like Thanksgiving or Christmas. You should get this on your menu plan right away!

You may also enjoy these delicious recipes!

Baked Pineapple

Baked Pineapple | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen

Southern Baked Beans with Pineapple

Southern Baked Beans with Pineapple, Bacon & French-Fried Onions | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen

Pineapple Bars with Coconut Drizzle

Pineapple Bars with Coconut Drizzle | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen
Pineapple Casserole | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | this spectacular deep-south #casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! The combination of flavors with #pineapple #CheddarCheese & #RitzCrackers is absolutely irresistible. This is a great #casserole #SideDish for #holidays & company dinners like #Thanksgiving, #Christmas, #MothersDay, #FathersDay & special occasion dinners. Everyone loves this side dish & wants seconds! #Southern #6IngredientRecipe #BestPineappleCasserole #BestHolidaySideDish

Pineapple Casserole

Teresa Ambra
Pineapple Casserole is so mouthwatering it will rock your world! This amazing side dish uses only six ingredients, but they sure pack a powerful punch. The combination of savory and sweet with the pineapple, cheddar cheese and Ritz Cracker crumbs is absolutely irresistible. This is a terrific casserole for company or holiday dinners like Thanksgiving, Christmas, Mother’s Day or Father’s Day. Every time we make this deep-south casserole everyone raves over it and goes back for seconds.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Southern
Servings 9
Calories 469 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9×9" glass baking dish
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • 1 Rolling Pin to crush crackers (or just crush them in your hands)
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • 1 small bowl
  • 1 fork

Ingredients
  

FILLING:

  • 40 oz. can pineapple chunks undrained (two 20 ounce cans)
  • 10 tbsp. flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 12 oz. pkg. sharp cheddar cheese shredded

TOPPING:

  • 3/4 cup real salted butter melted (1 1/2 sticks)
  • 2 sleeves Ritz crackers crumbled (see note below)

Instructions
 

FILLING:

  • Combine pineapple, flour, cheddar cheese and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl.
  • Spread into a greased 9×9” glass casserole dish.

TOPPING:

  • Combine topping ingredients and sprinkle evenly over top of casserole.
  • Bake at 350° for about 30 minutes or until topping is golden brown.

Notes

NOTE: Ritz crackers has changed the amounts of the crackers in the individual sleeves and decreased the amount in each sleeve by about an ounce. Add additional crushed crackers if you desire.
 
NOTE: I usually crush the crackers in my hands rather than dragging out the rolling pin!
 
© Can’t Stay Out of the Kitchen

Nutrition

Calories: 469kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 12gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 78mgSodium: 373mgPotassium: 207mgFiber: 2gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 915IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 295mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cheese, pineapple, side dish
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

4 Comments

  • Duck Life

    November 17, 2022 at 1:20 am

    5 stars
    I will definitely try making this amazing dish

    1. Teresa

      November 17, 2022 at 7:40 am

      It’s one of our favorites. I just made it last night again for company and everyone loved it.

  • basketball stars

    November 2, 2022 at 2:27 am

    5 stars
    This is the first time i know about this dish, it looks delicious right, my mouth watering just looking at it, I will try this dish for dinner tonight.

    1. Teresa

      November 3, 2022 at 7:47 am

      It is a great dish.

Leave a comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Previous Post Next Post