35+ Crushed Pineapple Dessert Recipes to Rave About
Crushed pineapple, with its juicy sweetness and tropical flair, brings a burst of sunshine to any recipe, from the classic simplicity of pineapple dump cakes to the intricate layers of a hummingbird cake.
Whether you’re using Dole’s crushed pineapple for a nostalgic recipe or trying your hand at baking with this versatile ingredient, this collection of crushed pineapple recipes ensures that healthy, easy, and indulgent desserts are at your fingertips.
Enjoy a variety of baked goods, where cupcakes and muffins find a juicy twist with pineapple’s moisture, while homemade jams capture its pure, golden essence.
Beat the heat with pineapple popsicles, or add a tangy surprise to your pies and cakes, ensuring every bite is as refreshing as it is delightful.
This roundup celebrates canned crushed pineapple, making every recipe a delightful adventure for your taste buds.
It’s a tribute to the crushed pineapple, versatile enough for everyday treats and special enough for your festive table.
Can I use Dole crushed pineapple in these recipes?
Yes, Dole crushed pineapple or any other brand can be used interchangeably in these recipes!
How to make crushed pineapple from canned pineapple slices?
Making homemade crushed pineapple is easy. You simply drain the canned pineapple slices and pulse them in a food processor or chop them finely until they resemble crushed pineapple, it’s that easy!
Can I add crushed pineapple to a cake mix?
Absolutely! Simply mix the canned crushed pineapple, with its juice, into your batter. This can work with many cake mix flavors, giving a tropical twist to your baked creations. Just be mindful of the added liquid from the pineapple when adjusting your other liquid ingredients.
How do I store leftover crushed pineapple?
Leftover canned crushed pineapple should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and used within 5-7 days, or it can be frozen for longer storage.
Crushed Pineapple Recipes
35 crushed pineapple dessert recipes from moist cakes and tangy pies to refreshing popsicles and vibrant salads, find your perfect tropical treat to please any palate.
This tropical Crushed Pineapple Cake with Lime Frosting boasts a moist and fluffy texture filled with canned sweet crushed pineapple. Sprinkled with coconut and easily sliced from a sheet pan, it’s the ideal snack cake.
Carrot Cake Cupcakes with pineapple, coconut, walnuts, and raisins is a super moist carrot cake from scratch decorated with homemade cream cheese frosting.
Why make plain old boring banana bread when you can make an hawaiian style pancake! Pineapples and banana make this a sweet and tangy bread which can be made all year round.
Easy Pineapple Banana Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting (Hummingbird cake)
You could say this pineapple banana cake is Hawaiian style banana cake meets classic Hummingbird cake. It tastes a bit like a carrot cake, but with a tropical twist!
This Easy Pineapple Cake With Cake Mix Recipe transforms a box of vanilla cake mix into a moist, 4 ingredient crushed pineapple cake!
This easy Pineapple Dump Cake is a simple take on a pineapple cobbler. Mixed with delicious brown sugar and a buttery crust!
This recipe for morning glory muffins is an on-the-go breakfast snack that will satisfy your appetite and your tastebuds! It’s a quick and easy recipe full of flavor and unique ingredients.
This Lemon Pineapple Cake Recipe features a moist cake infused with tangy lemon and sweet pineapple, crowned with creamy lemon zest cream cheese frosting!
Pineapple Bars are made with a shortbread base, pineapple pecan middle, and delicious pineapple icing. Don’t miss tasty recipe that is full of tropical flavor and is so easy to make!
These adorable Pineapple Cream Cheese Whoopie Pies start with boxed cake mix for a fun, easy dessert.
Easily create homemade crushed pineapple from fresh or canned pineapple in just a few simple steps! Perfect for enhancing your desserts, beverages and savory dishes!
This moist 4 Ingredient Pineapple Cake is perfect for a spur-of-the-moment dessert. Using minimal ingredients for a quick and easy pineapple cake!
Pineapple Dump Cake is a super simple dessert that is made with 5 ingredients. A family favorite for any occasion.
This Hummingbird Cake is free from gluten and it's completely vegan! Wonderfully delicate and bursting with tropical flavors, pair it with whipped coconut cream frosting infused with fresh orange zest!
Pineapple delight is a rich and sweet no-bake dessert full of tangy pineapple, rich whipped cream and a buttery sweet filling. It's a vintage recipe featuring a graham cracker crust, rich buttercream filling, and real whipped cream all topped off with the tangy sweetness of pineapple!
This scrumptious and easy pineapple sheet cake recipe is made with canned pineapple with a homemade crumb topping and pineapple icing.
I’m about to whisk you away on a culinary journey to the sun-soaked shores of Hawaii with a recipe that’s as easy as it is delightful. Get ready to say “Aloha” to my Hawaiian Banana Bread, a slice of paradise in every bite!
Pig Pickin's Cake is a Southern tradition! It's a light cake with pineapple baked into the cake batter, then topped with a whipped cream frosting before finishing with maraschino cherries.
Delicious carrot cake is perfect anytime of the year. Filled with pecans, coconut and pineapple.
Haleakala cake features soft white cake and tons of crushed pineapple filling. It is like a tasty of the islands in yummy cake form.
Easiest Pineapple Cake - A delicious one bowl pineapple cake topped with a cream cheese frosting while it’s still warm.
A simpler version of the traditional, this Hummingbird Bundt Cake is made using ripe bananas, crushed pineapple, spices, and toasted pecans, resulting in a moist and dense cake. To top it off, a thick and creamy cream cheese glaze is drizzled over it for the ultimate finishing touch.
This low sugar carrot cake incorporates crushed pineapple for some natural sweetness and nutrients. It's easy to make, delicious and a healthier twist on this classic dessert!
These soft and tender pineapple cookies are topped with a satiny glaze, making them the perfect treat to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Taste the tropics with this tender crumb coconut pineapple bread. Full of flavor it's the perfect snack or breakfast. It's like a mini-vacation, and who couldn't use one of those right now!
Pineapple Pound Cake is buttery cake with a tropical twist. Crushed pineapple gets added to a thick batter to make the most moist and rich cake. Drizzle on the brown sugar sauce and cream cheese glaze for the final touch.
These Dole Whip popsicles are a big hit during the summer!
This homemade pineapple ice cream is full of sweet juicy pineapple flavor that sings of sunshine and summer days. Make mine a double scoop!
These Pineapple Mango Icy Poles are a perfect blend of pineapple, mango and coconut to cool you down on those hot summer days!
Pineapple Wheat-berry Salad is a chewy, nutty mix of wheat-berries, creamy pineapple fluff, and lots of fun optional mix-ins. Easy to make, freezer-friendly, and perfect for potlucks, too!
Ambrosia salad is a retro dessert recipe! This traditional ambrosia salad recipe takes just 7 ingredients and 5 minutes to make.
This sticky and sweet homemade pineapple jam is made with canned or fresh pineapple. Perfect for topping desserts or spreading on toast.
Move over traditional banana splits and make room for Banana Split Pie! An easy no bake dessert that is a family favorite!
A Southern classic! This quick and easy pineapple casserole pairs beautifully with turkey and ham. Serve as a tasty side dish or dessert!
This Krispy Kreme Donut Bread Pudding will have you in love at first bite. It's the best bread pudding ever, easy and delicious with a classic glazed donut sauce!
This Pineapple Crush Mocktail Recipe is a vibrant blend of sweet crushed pineapple, zesty lime, and cool mint topped with club soda!
Knickerbocker Glory is an American sundae treat that somehow made its way across the pond to find fame! It's even featured in Harry Potter!
This sweet and tangy pineapple smoothie is very easy to make using simple ingredients. It's the perfect afternoon snack because it's so uplifting.
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