Pineapple Cheese Bake
A classic savory and sweet casserole combining juicy crushed pineapple and sharp cheddar cheese, finished with a buttery cracker topping. This unique side dish is baked until bubbly and golden, offering a surprising but delicious flavor combination. It is traditionally served alongside baked ham or roasted poultry.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 55 min
- Serves
- 6
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 434 kcal
Allergen information: may contain gluten and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 567 gcrushed pineapple, canned in juice
- 225 gsharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 100 ggranulated sugar
- 60 gall-purpose flour
topping
- 85 gbutter cracker, coarsely crushed
- 4 tbspunsalted butter, melted
Equipment
mixing bowl · whisk · oven · baking dish · sieve
The method
Step by step
- 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and lightly grease a 1.5-quart or 8x8-inch baking dish.
About 2 min
- 2
Drain the crushed pineapple through a sieve set over a medium bowl, pressing gently on the pineapple to extract as much juice as possible. Set the drained pineapple aside.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Getting most of the juice out is key to the sauce's consistency.
- 3
To the bowl with the reserved pineapple juice, add the granulated sugar and all-purpose flour.
About 1 min
- 4
Whisk the juice mixture until it is completely smooth and no lumps of flour remain.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: A smooth sauce ensures a velvety texture in the final bake.
- 5
Spread the drained pineapple in an even layer across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
About 1 min
- 6
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the pineapple layer.
About 1 min
- 7
Carefully pour the juice mixture over the cheese and pineapple.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Try to pour it evenly so it covers the entire surface.
- 8
In a small bowl, combine the crushed butter crackers with the melted butter and toss to coat.
About 1 min
- 9
Sprinkle the buttered cracker topping evenly over the casserole.
About 1 min
- 10
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
About 40 min
- 11
Remove the bake from the oven and let it rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Resting allows the casserole to set, making it easier to serve.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 433.6kcal
- Protein
- 12.4g
- Carbs
- 46.9g
- Fat
- 22.8g
- Fibre
- 2g
- Sugar
- 27g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat individual portions in the microwave or a full dish in a 175°C (350°F) oven for 10-15 minutes until warmed through.