Pass the pineapple, please! We're loving this tropical staple in everything from drinks to desserts. These pineapple recipes are all tasty, sweet and perfect for summer.
Our 47 Greatest Pineapple Recipes Ever
Updated on Sep. 05, 2024
Creamy Pineapple Fluff Salad
Guests of all ages will gravitate to this traditional “fluff” salad, chock-full of pineapple, marshmallows and cherry bits. —Janice Hensley, Owingsville, Kentucky
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Skillet Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For a change of pace, you can substitute fresh or frozen peach slices for the pineapple in this old-fashioned recipe. —Bernardine Melton, Paola, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 380 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 224mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Pina Colada Grilled Pineapple
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
During a cookout with friends, I forgot about dessert. I had a fresh pineapple and coconut, so I improvised. Now I grill pineapple at every cookout. —Josee Lanzi, New Port Richey, Florida
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Pineapple Chicken Thighs
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The sweetness of pineapple is delicious in the golden brown sauce that covers the chicken.—LaVonne Hegland, St. Michael, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken thigh: 298 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 795mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 1g fiber), 26g protein.
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Caramelized Pineapple Sundaes
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Whenever we get a craving for a tropical escape, this super simple recipe whisks us away in no time. Vanilla's nice but drizzling the sauce over salted caramel ice cream and taking a bite is just pure paradise. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 469 calories, 26g fat (13g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 180mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (51g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
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Frozen Pineapple-Kiwi Pops
Total Time
20 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Kiwi, pineapple, sugar and water are all you need to make these easy, breezy freezer pops.—Colleen Ludovice, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 pop: 50 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit.
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Pina Colada Dip
Total Time
10 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you like pina coladas, you've gotta try this fluffy fruit dip. Scooped up with a slice of fresh pineapple, it tastes just like the beloved beachside drink. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup dip: 68 calories, 3g fat (3g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 64mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Southwestern Pineapple Pork Chops
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This quick entree will instantly transport you to the Southwest. Salsa plays lively counterpoint to the juicy pineapple-sweetened pork chops.—Lisa Varner, El Paso, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 pork chop with 1/3 cup sauce: 274 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 315mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 fat, 1/2 fruit.
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Pineapple Pie with Coconut Cream
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings (2/3 cup coconut cream)
From the Recipe Creator:
You’ll find pineapples and coconuts everywhere in the South Pacific, so we play them up in this creamy cool pineapple pie, dolloped with coconut cream. Divine! —Karen Naihe, Kamuela, Hawaii
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece with about 1 tablespoon coconut cream: 601 calories, 41g fat (24g saturated fat), 139mg cholesterol, 320mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (40g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
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Coconut-Pineapple Rhubarb Bars
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I make this crunchy, buttery dessert bar with homegrown rhubarb. For an added attraction, serve it warm with frozen yogurt or ice cream. —Raymonde Bourgeois, Swastika, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 185 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 124mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Grilled Peach & Pineapple Sangria
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Grill up fresh peaches and pineapple slathered in cinnamon butter and use them to make a refreshing summer sangria. I also like to add slices of grilled lemon and lime to drop in the glass for a citrusy boost of flavor. —Heather King, Frostburg, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 206 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 20mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Banana-Pineapple Cream Pies
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 pies (8 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother gave me this simple and delicious recipe years ago. The recipe makes two pies, so it's perfect for a potluck. I've never met anyone who didn't like it! —Robyn Appenzeller, Portsmouth, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 205 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 122mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
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Curry Chicken Salad
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This chicken salad sandwich recipe is perfect to serve when you want to “show off” a little. It features an interesting blend of chicken, nuts, cranberries, curry and other ingredients. I mix it up the night before so the flavors meld. —Carole Martin, Coffeeville, Mississippi
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 625 calories, 41g fat (10g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 614mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein.
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Pig Pickin’ Cake
Total Time
40 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of my favorite cakes. It’s moist and light yet so satisfying. I’ve been adapting it for years and now it’s almost guilt-free. —Pam Sjolund, Columbia, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 218 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 338mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Pineapple-Glazed Ham
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This pineapple ham glaze is straightforward and simple—just what you're looking for in a holiday main dish. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
5 ounces cooked ham: 329 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 116mg cholesterol, 1425mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 0 fiber), 39g protein.
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Pineapple-Coconut Smoothie
Total Time
10 min
Servings
4 servings.
From the Recipe Creator:
Use fresh or frozen fruits in this coconutty recipe. It's like a pina colada, but better for you and more versatile. —Gunjan Dudani, Bellevue, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 460 calories, 33g fat (33g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 69mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.
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Pina Colada Tube Cake
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We named this a “pina colada” cake because it has coconut, pineapple and rum. It’s a soothing finish at the end of a big spread. —Debra Keil, Owasso, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 495 calories, 25g fat (5g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 357mg sodium, 64g carbohydrate (47g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Fresh Fruit Salsa
Total Time
15 min
Servings
5 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This salad has all the bright colors and fresh flavors of summer. —Mary E. Relyea, Canastota, New York.
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 47 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 122mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit.
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Pineapple Upside-Down Muffins
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 3 dozen mini muffins or 10 regular muffins
From the Recipe Creator:
For a modern version of upside-down cake, we use pineapple and a sweet batter to make fun muffins with a cherry on top. —Suzeanne Longwill, Ortonville, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 mini muffin: 68 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 50mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Pineapple Casserole
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I make pineapple casserole, I double the amount —because guests frequently request a second helping for dessert! Sweet-tangy fruit is even better combined with savory cheddar cheese and buttery cracker crumb topping. —Catherine Ann Goza, Leland, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 514 calories, 22g fat (10g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 465mg sodium, 71g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Grilled Pineapple with Lime Dip
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Serve this dish as an appetizer or a dessert—the choice is yours! If desired, the pineapple spears can be rolled in flaked coconut before grilling. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2 spears with 2 tablespoons dip: 160 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 41mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.
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Pina Colada Molded Salad
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My gelatin ring gets a tropical twist from coconut, pineapple and macadamia nuts. It's a wonderful anytime treat. Now that I'm retired from teaching, I have more time for kitchen experiments. —Carol Gillespie, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 331 calories, 20g fat (11g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 82mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Pineapple Shrimp Fried Rice
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband often ordered pineapple fried rice at Thai restaurants, so I surprised him by tweaking some similar recipes to come up with a version that's both simple and delicious. —Bonnie Brien, Pacific Grove, California
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 491 calories, 18g fat (3g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 513mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein.
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Pineapple Pie
Total Time
10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Creamy pineapple pie is a light and refreshing dessert that's quick to make and impressive to serve. This is one of our favorite ways to complete a summer meal. —Sharon Bickett, Chester, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 367 calories, 14g fat (9g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 185mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (46g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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John's Pineapple-Cream Cheese Muffins
Total Time
45 min
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
When I got married, my mother-in-law gave me her recipe for pineapple muffins so I could make them for my husband, John. They’re his favorites—and now they’re mine, too! —Diane Turner, Brunswick, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 muffin: 165 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 225mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Pineapple-Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I found the original recipe for this dish on a can of pineapple slices in the 1980s. After making it for a number of years, I lightened the ingredients and adapted it to a quick skillet meal. My family gave it a big thumbs-up, and we've enjoyed it this way ever since! —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup chicken mixture: 316 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 487mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1/2 fruit.
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Pineapple Upside-Down Muffin Cakes
Total Time
40 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend submitted this recipe to a cookbook our school district was compiling. The first time I made the cakes, my whole family declared the recipe a winner. Delicious and healthy to boot, they remain a favorite to this day. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 muffin cake: 177 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 178mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
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Slow-Cooker Dump Cake
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
No matter the season, this dump cake recipe is wonderful! It works well with gluten-free and sugar-free cake mixes too. —Karin Gatewood, Josephine, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 455 calories, 22g fat (10g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 418mg sodium, 66g carbohydrate (47g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Hot Dog Sliders
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
3-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Turn all-American hot dogs into a fun international treat at your next casual party. They get three special treatments in this recipe: Chicago-style, Bavarian and south of the border. Bet you can’t eat just one! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 slider (calculated without toppings): 86 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 214mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Pineapple Breeze Torte
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This lovely torte features ladyfingers, a creamy filling and a crushed pineapple topping. It's a special treat for my large family and a must at Christmas. —Barbara Joyner, Franklin, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 243 calories, 7g fat (5g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 156mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Grilled Tilapia with Pineapple Salsa
Total Time
20 min
Servings
8 servings (2 cups salsa)
From the Recipe Creator:
Years ago I found a grilled tilapia recipe in a seafood cookbook. The pineapple salsa with cilantro has a touch of spice and goes so well with the flaky, tender fish. —Beth Fleming, Downers Grove, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 1/4 cup salsa : 131 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 152mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 fruit.
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Pineapple Cheesecake-Topped Cake
Total Time
1 hour 30 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My brother-in-law asked me to make a cheesecake version of pineapple upside down cake, and after many attempts, I created one. It’s a yummy twist on a classic.—Rebecca Everett, Kansas City, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 490 calories, 29g fat (18g saturated fat), 155mg cholesterol, 333mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
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Tropical Cranberry Cobbler
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The sunny island flavors of pineapple and orange go so well with the tart cranberries in this dessert. A scoop of vanilla ice cream makes it a tasty treat. —Jeanne Holt, St. Paul, MN
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 514 calories, 22g fat (13g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 508mg sodium, 78g carbohydrate (59g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Pina Colada Zucchini Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
3 loaves (12 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
At my husband's urging, I entered this recipe at the Pennsylvania Farm Show—and won first place! You'll love the cakelike texture and tropical flavors. —Sharon Rydbom, Tipton, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 225 calories, 11g fat (1g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 165mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Coconut-Pineapple Sherbet Torte
Total Time
25 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I made up this torte one afternoon, and when I served it that night, it vanished within minutes. That's when I knew I'd struck gold. —Joni Hilton, Rocklin, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 637 calories, 31g fat (18g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 335mg sodium, 87g carbohydrate (66g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.
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Teriyaki Pineapple Drumsticks
Total Time
2 hours 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We have a large family and throw big parties, so I look for ways to free my husband from the grill. Roasted drumsticks keep everyone happy. —Erica Allen, Tuckerton, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
2 chicken drumsticks: 360 calories, 22g fat (4g saturated fat), 95mg cholesterol, 540mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein.
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Frozen Hawaiian Pie
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 pies (8 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Cool summer pies are one of Mom's specialties. This version offers pineapple, maraschino cherries and walnuts that are folded into a fluffy filling. It's an easy yet tempting no-bake dessert. —Jennifer Mcquillan, Jacksonville, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 328 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 168mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (40g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A fabulous sauce, green pepper and pineapple chunks transform premade meatballs into something special. Serving them over rice makes for a satisfying main dish. —Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
5 meatballs: 389 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 682mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein.
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Pineapple Cream Cheese Pie
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've made this pie many times for friends, relatives, guests, church suppers and bazaars, and I'm always getting requests for the recipe. I've lived on farms all my life—we used to have a potato farm on Long Island, and now my son farms his own land and manages mine here in Delaware, growing soybeans and wheat. —Elizabeth Brown, Clayton, Delaware
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 380 calories, 21g fat (10g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 503mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Big Kahuna Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A prebaked pizza crust and refrigerated barbecued pork make this tasty supper idea super fast and super easy. Cut into bite-sized pieces, and it can double as a great last-minute appetizer, too! —Joni Hilton, Rocklin, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 343 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 856mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
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Pina Colada Icebox Cake
Total Time
25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This icebox cake has all the flavors of a pina colada. It takes just one bite to escape to a tropical island! —Rachel Lewis, Danville, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 377 calories, 20g fat (15g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 259mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Pineapple Star Cookies
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm grateful my neighbor gave me this special recipe. When you see the cookies' pretty shape and savor the pineapple filling and sweet frosting, you'll know they're worth the effort. —Sarah Lukaszewicz, Batavia, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 199 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 99mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Hawaiian Waffles
Total Time
30 min
Servings
16 (4-inch) waffles
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this waffle recipe to recapture the memorable tropical tastes we enjoyed while visiting Hawaii. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
2 waffles: 446 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 495mg sodium, 76g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Island Breezes Coffee Cake
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With the island flavors, this simple pull-apart bread is perfect for a spring brunch. —Debra Goforth, Newport, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 406 calories, 18g fat (8g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 483mg sodium, 58g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.
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Pineapple Pork Chops
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We try to eat a variety of foods, and although we like pork, it really has very little flavor. One night I was fixing some beautiful boneless pork loin chops and decided to add a fruity sauce. The chops ended up being moist and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. This dinner, perfect served over rice, takes less than 30 minutes. It is wonderful for weeknight meals but nice enough for company too. —Donna Gribbins, Shelbyville, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
1 pork chop with 2 tablespoons sauce: 407 calories, 15g fat (4g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 914mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein.
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Pineapple Oatmeal
Total Time
15 min
Servings
3 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Oatmeal for breakfast is a standard item, but I like to mix it up a bit. This version gets some natural sweetness from pinapple juice and tidbits. It is definitely worth trying! —Maria Regakis, Somerville, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup (calculated without milk): 323 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 210mg sodium, 61g carbohydrate (34g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein.
