Description
A nostalgic, sweet-and-savory side dish that blends buttery bread with bright crushed pineapple. Perfect alongside ham or as a surprising holiday treat.
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
4–5 cups cubed bread (day-old or lightly toasted)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 baking dish or similar-sized casserole pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Mix well after each addition.
4. Stir in the undrained pineapple until fully combined.
5. Gently fold in bread cubes until well coated. Let sit for 5 minutes so the bread can soak.
6. Pour mixture into prepared pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes until golden brown and firm in the center.
8. Rest for 5–10 minutes before serving for the best texture.
Notes
Letting the mixture sit before baking helps the bread absorb the custard base.
Add shredded coconut for creative twists.
Refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days; reheat at 350°F until warmed through.
Can be frozen up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in fridge before reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern, Pennsylvania Dutch
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: pineapple stuffing, holiday side, sweet stuffing, ham pairing, Thanksgiving, Easter