Baked Pineapple

Health score
1%
Baked Pineapple
15 min.
6
279kcal

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Are you looking to elevate your next meal with a delightfully sweet and savory side dish? Look no further than this scrumptious Baked Pineapple recipe! This quick and easy dish combines juicy pineapple chunks with a buttery, crunchy topping that will have everyone at the table asking for seconds. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a side that perfectly balances the natural sweetness of pineapple with the richness of melted butter and crispy cracker crumbs.

The best part? This delightful dish can be prepared in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether it's accompanying grilled meats at your summer barbecue or serving as a unique addition to your holiday feast, Baked Pineapple is sure to impress your guests with its vibrant flavor and enticing aroma.

With just 279 calories per serving, you won’t have to feel guilty about indulging in this treat. The combination of crushed buttery crackers and melted butter forms a golden crust that pairs beautifully with the tender, syrupy pineapple underneath. Plus, it's versatile enough to be enjoyed by both kids and adults alike!

So, fire up your oven and get ready to bake this deliciously satisfying dish that will become an instant favorite in your culinary repertoire. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a taste of tropical bliss with every bite of Baked Pineapple!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • 38  round buttery crackers crushed (1 sleeve)
  • tablespoon flour all-purpose
  • 40 ounce pineapple chunks canned

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Drain pineapple chunks, reserving 1/2 cup syrup.
  2. Sprinkle flour over pineapple chunks in a medium bowl, and toss to combine.
  3. Spread pineapple mixture evenly into a lightly greased 8-inch-square baking dish.
  4. Drizzle with reserved 1/2 cup syrup. Top evenly with cheese and cracker crumbs; drizzle with butter.
  5. Bake at 350 for 25 to 30 minutes or until browned.
  6. Serve immediately.
  7. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Ritz crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories279kcal
Protein3.51%
Fat38.09%
Carbs58.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.83
Glycemic Load
0.69
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.1160868833894%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:279.24kcal
13.96%
Fat:12.3g
18.92%
Saturated Fat:5.91g
36.96%
Carbohydrates:42.43g
14.14%
Net Carbohydrates:39.51g
14.37%
Sugar:28.51g
31.67%
Cholesterol:20.34mg
6.78%
Sodium:230.31mg
10.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.55g
5.09%
Vitamin C:17.77mg
21.53%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.14%
Fiber:2.93g
11.71%
Copper:0.23mg
11.38%
Vitamin K:11.49µg
10.94%
Magnesium:32.42mg
8.11%
Iron:1.44mg
7.99%
Vitamin B3:1.54mg
7.71%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.7%
Potassium:260.57mg
7.44%
Phosphorus:68.72mg
6.87%
Vitamin A:330.86IU
6.62%
Folate:25.7µg
6.43%
Calcium:61.96mg
6.2%
Vitamin E:0.92mg
6.14%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.85%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.56%
Selenium:2.15µg
3.07%
Zinc:0.32mg
2.15%
Source:My Recipes