Frosted Pineapple Squares

Indulge in the tropical delight of Frosted Pineapple Squares—a luscious dessert that combines a buttery shortbread crust, a tangy-sweet pineapple filling, and a creamy cream cheese frosting. This crowd-pleasing treat starts with a golden, crumbly crust that’s topped with a vibrant layer made from crushed pineapple thickened to perfection. To finish, a velvety frosting infused with vanilla adds just the right touch of sweetness. With only 20 minutes of prep time and ingredients that come together effortlessly, these pineapple bars are an easy dessert perfect for parties, potlucks, or a sweet weeknight indulgence. Serve them chilled for a refreshing bite that captures the essence of summer in every square!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 20 ounces pineapple (crushed, canned, and drained)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 large eggs
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of unsalted butter (softened), and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture forms a crumbly dough. Press this mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the crust.

Step 3

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until it starts to turn golden. Remove from the oven and cool slightly.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, combine the drained 20-ounce can of crushed pineapple, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Stir well and heat over medium heat until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 5

In another bowl, beat 3 large eggs until frothy. Gradually stir in the cooled pineapple mixture. Pour this over the baked crust.

Step 6

Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set. Allow it to cool completely before topping with frosting.

Step 7

To prepare the frosting, beat 8 ounces of cream cheese, 2 cups of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled pineapple squares. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.

Step 9

Cut into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy your Frosted Pineapple Squares!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1856 grams (1856.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5134

Total Fat 192.40g	247%
Saturated Fat 108.80g	544%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1057mg	352%
Sodium 981mg	43%
Total Carbohydrate 825.60g	300%
Dietary Fiber 13.10g	47%
Total Sugars 608.90g
Protein 61.40g	123%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 440mg	34%
Iron 16mg	90%
Potassium 1283mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.8%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 62.6%