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My Grandma’s Famous Pineapple Bars : You’ll Love

Freshly Baked Pineapple Bars

These pineapple bars are a tropical delight! A buttery crust topped with a sweet and tangy pineapple filling.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, well drained

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. For the crust: In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, butter, powdered sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Press into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  3. Bake for 15 minutes.
  4. For the filling: In a large bowl, beat eggs until light and fluffy. Gradually add granulated sugar, beating well.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup flour, baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add to egg mixture and mix well.
  6. Stir in drained crushed pineapple.
  7. Pour filling over prebaked crust.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  9. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

Notes

For a more intense pineapple flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of pineapple extract to the filling. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.