Can I use canned pineapple instead of fresh?

Yes, but drain it very well first. Canned pineapple is usually softer and sweeter than fresh, so the texture will be different. Use pineapple chunks rather than crushed pineapple, because crushed pineapple can make the crisp too loose.

Can I make pineapple crisp ahead of time?

You can prepare the pineapple filling and crumble topping separately a few hours ahead. Keep the topping cold, then assemble just before baking. That gives you a better crisp texture than letting the crumble sit on the fruit for too long.

Why add cornstarch to the pineapple?

Cornstarch helps thicken the pineapple juices as they bake. Without it, the fruit can release too much liquid and leave the bottom of the dish thin and watery. One tablespoon is enough for this size of crisp.

Can I use frozen pineapple?

Frozen pineapple can work, but thaw it first and drain off extra liquid. If it goes into the dish frozen, it may release too much water before the topping has time to bake properly.

How do I know when the crisp is done?

The topping should be lightly golden, and the pineapple should be bubbling around the edges of the dish. That usually takes 40 to 45 minutes at 175°C / 350°F. The bubbling matters because it shows the filling has heated through and thickened.

Pineapple Crisp: Simple Fresh Dessert for 6

Pineapple Crisp

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A warm Pineapple Crisp made with fresh pineapple chunks, brown sugar, and a buttery oat crumble topping. Serve it slightly warm with vanilla ice cream, cream, or custard for an easy baked fruit dessert.

Author: Taha Ayad
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American, British, International

Ingredients

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3 to 4 cups fresh pineapple chunks
3 tablespoons brown sugar, for the pineapple filling
1 tablespoon cornstarch or cornflour
1/2 cup brown sugar, for the crumble topping
1/3 to 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 to 1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup cold butter, cut into small cubes
Butter, for greasing the baking dish
Vanilla ice cream, cream, or custard, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 175°C / 350°F. Lightly grease a glass or ceramic baking dish, about 2.3 litres or 2.4 quarts, with butter.
Prepare the pineapple if using fresh. Slice off the top and bottom, stand the pineapple upright, remove the skin, trim away the eyes, cut the pineapple into quarters, remove the tough core, and cut the fruit into bite-size chunks.
Add the pineapple chunks to a bowl with 3 tablespoons brown sugar and 1 tablespoon cornstarch or cornflour. Toss until the fruit is lightly coated, then spread it evenly in the prepared baking dish.
In another bowl, combine the remaining brown sugar, flour, rolled oats, and cold butter. Stir first, then rub the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture forms a rough, crumbly topping.
Scatter the crumble evenly over the pineapple without pressing it down firmly.
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the topping is lightly golden and the pineapple juices are bubbling around the edges.
Let the crisp cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving so the juices settle slightly.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, cream, or custard.

Notes

Use fresh pineapple for the best texture and bright flavor.
If using canned pineapple, drain it very well and use chunks rather than crushed pineapple.
If using frozen pineapple, thaw it first and drain away extra liquid before baking.
Cold butter helps create a crumbly topping. Soft butter can make the topping paste-like.
For a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free oats and a suitable gluten-free flour blend.
Do not press the crumble firmly into the fruit, or the topping may bake up dense instead of crisp.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 315
Sugar: 26
Sodium: 95
Fat: 16
Saturated Fat: 10
Unsaturated Fat: 5
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 42
Fiber: 3
Protein: 3
Cholesterol: 41

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