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Southern Pineapple Casserole with Cheddar and Ritz Crackers

Southern pineapple casserole combines sweet, well-drained pineapple chunks with sharp cheddar in a 9x13-inch baking dish. A buttery Ritz cracker topping bakes until golden brown while the filling bubbles around the edges.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
resting 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 406
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 0.33 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks well drained
  • 2 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
For the topping
  • 1 sleeve Ritz crackers crushed
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Prepare the filling
  1. Heat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and sugar, then stir in the drained pineapple and cheddar until evenly combined.
  3. Spread the pineapple mixture in the prepared baking dish.
Make the topping and bake
  1. Stir the crushed crackers into the melted butter, then scatter the mixture evenly over the filling.
  2. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the filling is bubbling around the edges and the topping is golden brown.
  3. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Drain the pineapple well so excess liquid does not make the filling watery. Refrigerate leftovers for 3–4 days; freezing is not recommended because the topping can lose its crisp texture. For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend and gluten-free crackers.