Description
Fluffy Easter Pineapple Pie is a delightful spring dessert that will brighten your holiday celebrations. This pie features a luscious filling made with fresh, juicy pineapple enveloped in a rich, buttery homemade crust that melts in your mouth. Perfect for Easter gatherings or any festive occasion, it offers a refreshing burst of tropical flavor that stands out on any dessert table. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice bakers can create this stunning pie effortlessly. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or chilled for a refreshing treat, and watch as it becomes the star of your spring festivities.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 sticks cold butter, cubed
- 3 large eggs
- 5 cups diced fresh pineapple
- 5 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 stick of cinnamon
- 1 cup sugar (for filling)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Blend in cold butter until crumbly. Add eggs one at a time until combined.
- Chill the dough: Knead briefly, form into two disks, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Make the filling: In a pot over low heat, combine pineapple, sugar, and cinnamon stick. Mix cornstarch with water and add to the pot; cook until thickened.
- Roll out the dough: On a floured surface, roll each disk to fit your pie dish.
- Assemble the pie: Fill the bottom crust with cooled filling and cover with top crust; cut vents for steam.
- Bake at 350°F for 50-60 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating lime zest into your filling. You can substitute other fruits such as peaches or strawberries for a unique twist.