Pineapple Bars

Pineapple Bars

Easy to make Pineapple Bars!  With just a few ingredients you can whip these bars up anytime!  

Ingredients

  • all purpose flour
    1 ½ c
  • granulated sugar
    ½ c
  • chilled butter

    cubed

    ¾ c
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • 20 ounce can crushed pineapple

    drained, drained, does not need to be totally dry

    1
  • eggs
    2
  • granulated sugar
    1 c
  • sour cream

    light or whole, not fat free

    ½ c
  • all purpose flour
    ⅓ c
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • confectioners sugar
    1 c
  • milk

    or cream

    2 tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with non stick spray.

For crust and topping

  1. 1

    Add all ingredients to a bowl and combine until crumbly. (note: I toss it all in my Kitchen Aid mixer and combine).

  2. 2

    REMOVE ONE CUP OF CRUST MIXTURE AND SET ASIDE.  Pour remaining mixture into bottom of baking dish and gently press until even.

  3. 3

    Bake for 10 minutes. While crust is baking mix up your filling.

For pineapple filling

  1. 1

    In medium bowl, gently combine all filling ingredients until flour is incorporated fully.

  2. 2

    Pour into warm crust and TOP WITH REMAINING CRUMB MIXTURE.

  3. 3

    Bake at 350 degrees for 40-50 minutes or until center is firm to touch and edges are slightly brown.  Remove from oven and let cool completely.

  4. 4

    Combine all drizzle ingredients until smooth and drizzle onto cooled bars.

Pineapple Bars

Pineapple Bars

170 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a slice of sunshine that's wonderfully easy to make and tastes like a tropical escape? These Pineapple Bars are your answer, bringing bright, authentic fruit flavor right to your kitchen with minimal fuss, perfect for any occasion.

This recipe stands out for its exceptional balance of a tender, buttery crust and a lusciously sweet, tangy pineapple filling. It’s a testament to how simple, thoughtfully combined ingredients can create a truly memorable dessert. The use of both granulated and confectioners sugar, along with a creamy sour cream base, ensures a delightful texture and depth of flavor that feels both comforting and exotic.

Prepare for a truly delightful dessert experience that's both easy to achieve and incredibly satisfying. You'll bite into a buttery, slightly crumbly crust that offers the perfect counterpoint to the rich, moist pineapple layer. The filling, bursting with the natural sweetness and tang of crushed pineapple, is made wonderfully creamy and balanced by the sour cream. This combination creates a dessert that's bright, refreshing, and deeply flavorful without being overly heavy. Topped with a smooth, sweet glaze, these bars present beautifully and taste even better, offering a delightful treat for family and friends. With just 20 minutes of active prep time, these bars prove that impressive results don't always require endless effort.

While this recipe is fantastic as written, you have flexibility with a couple of key ingredients. For the pineapple filling, the recipe specifies light or whole sour cream; sticking to this ensures the desired rich texture and tangy balance, so avoid fat-free alternatives. When making the simple glaze, feel free to use either milk or cream depending on what you have in your refrigerator or if you prefer a richer finish. These small adjustments allow you to tailor the bars to your pantry without compromising on quality.

These Pineapple Bars are incredibly versatile, making them ideal for everything from casual family desserts to potlucks, picnics, or a special treat with your afternoon coffee. They are a beloved, crowd-pleasing option that consistently delivers a burst of tropical cheer, perfect for sharing and enjoying.

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