Description
This Pineapple Bread Casserole is a warm, comforting dish that adds a sweet tropical touch to any meal. Made with just a handful of ingredients, it’s soft, custard-like, and perfect as a side dish or a light dessert. Great for holiday dinners, brunches, or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 slices white bread, torn into small pieces
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish and set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in Pineapple: Stir in the drained crushed pineapple until fully combined.
- Fold in Bread: Gently fold the torn bread pieces into the mixture until well coated but not overmixed.
- Bake: Pour mixture into prepared dish and bake for 1 hour, or until the top is lightly golden and center is set.
- Cool and Serve: Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving warm.
Notes
- Use brioche or Hawaiian rolls for extra sweetness.
- Reduce sugar slightly if pairing with savory dishes like ham or pork.
- Delicious served warm with whipped cream or a drizzle of maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: pineapple bread casserole, easy pineapple side dish, southern pineapple recipe, tropical comfort food, pineapple custard bake