Pineapple Cake Bars

 

Pineapple Cake Bars – Sweet, Tropical & Irresistibly Creamy

These pineapple cake bars bring a taste of the tropics right to your kitchen. With a buttery crust, creamy pineapple filling, and a lightly sweet topping, they’re the perfect balance of rich and refreshing.

Whether you’re making them for a party, family dessert, or just a sweet treat, these bars are guaranteed to impress.

Flavor & Texture Highlights

• Buttery, crumbly crust
• Sweet and tangy pineapple filling
• Soft, creamy texture
• Lightly crisp topping

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• Why You’ll Love This Recipe
• What You’ll Need
• How to Make It
• Expert Tips
• Storage
• FAQs

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Perfect tropical dessert
• Easy to make
• Great for gatherings
• Balanced sweet and tangy flavor
• Make-ahead friendly

What You’ll Need to Make This Recipe

This recipe combines a simple buttery crust with a rich pineapple filling made from crushed pineapple, eggs, and sugar. A crumb topping adds texture, while a light icing brings everything together for a sweet finish.

Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

How to Make Pineapple Cake Bars Step by Step

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2: Prepare the Crust

Mix flour, sugar, salt, and cold butter until crumbly. Press part of the mixture into the baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.

Step 3: Make the Filling

In another bowl, whisk eggs, flour, sugar, pineapple, sour cream, and salt until smooth.

Step 4: Assemble

Pour the filling over the baked crust and sprinkle remaining crumb mixture on top.

Step 5: Bake

Bake for about 1 hour until set and golden.

Step 6: Add Icing

Mix powdered sugar, coconut extract, and cream. Drizzle over cooled bars.

Step 7: Serve

Slice into bars and enjoy.

Expert Tips

• Drain pineapple well to avoid excess moisture
• Use cold butter for a better crumb texture
• Let bars cool before slicing
• Add coconut flakes for extra flavor

How to Store It

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

You can also freeze for up to 2 months.

What to Serve With

• Whipped cream
• Vanilla ice cream
• Fresh fruit
• Coffee or tea

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use fresh pineapple?

Yes, but make sure it’s finely crushed and well drained.

Why is my filling too soft?

It may need more baking time or better draining of pineapple.

Can I skip the icing?

Yes, but it adds extra sweetness and flavor.

Can I make it ahead?

Yes, it tastes even better the next day.

Pineapple Cake Bars

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour

Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Servings: 12–16 bars

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup butter (cold, cubed)
• 1/2 cup sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 16 oz crushed pineapple (drained)
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• Pinch of salt
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp coconut extract
• 2 tbsp cream or milk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix flour, sugar, butter, and salt until crumbly.
3. Press into pan and bake 15 minutes.
4. Mix filling ingredients and pour over crust.
5. Top with remaining crumbs.
6. Bake for 1 hour.
7. Drizzle icing and slice.

Notes

• Drain pineapple well.
• Cool before cutting.
• Add coconut for extra flavor.

Final Thoughts

These pineapple cake bars are a tropical, sweet, and satisfying dessert that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

Once you try them, they’ll quickly become one of your favorite fruity treats.

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