Best 6 Bettys Pineapple Crunch Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to discovering the best recipe for Betty's Pineapple Crunch! This delectable dessert, featuring layers of buttery and nutty crunch topped with sweet pineapple and coconut, is a true crowd-pleaser. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting in the kitchen, we've compiled a comprehensive list of recipes, each promising a unique take on this classic dish. From traditional family recipes passed down through generations to innovative culinary creations, we assure you an exciting journey of flavors and textures. So, grab your apron and prepare to embark on a delightful adventure as we delve into the wonderful world of Betty's Pineapple Crunch!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BETTY'S PINEAPPLE CAKE



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A delicious, simple pineapple cake with a yummy cooked frosting. Product freezes well. Let thaw at room temperature and enjoy.

Provided by Gayle Hansen

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 5h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups crushed pineapple, undrained
1 ½ cups white sugar
⅓ cup vegetable oil
3 egg whites
2 teaspoons baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup white sugar
⅔ cup evaporated milk
9 tablespoons margarine
3 egg yolks, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix flour, pineapple, 1 1/2 cups white sugar, oil, egg whites, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl; pour into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Heat 2/3 cup sugar, evaporated milk, and margarine together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Stir 1/2 cup sugar mixture into egg yolks until egg yolks are warmed. Stir egg yolk mixture back into saucepan with sugar mixture; bring to a boil and cook, stirring often, until reduced and thickened, at least 7 minutes. Pour hot mixture over cake. Set cake aside to cool until set, at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 41.5 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 287.1 mg, Sugar 33 g

PINEAPPLE CRUNCH



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Betty Wiersma's crunchy pineapple dessert offers quick refreshment. "This recipe was given to me years ago by a co-worker," explains the Sherwood Park, Alberta cook. "Every time I take it somewhere, it's a favorite."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 9-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup crushed cornflakes
2 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cans (8 ounces each) crushed pineapple, undrained
2 cups vanilla ice cream, softened
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, combine cornflake crumbs, sugar and butter. Press into a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Bake 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and pineapple until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Cool. , In a bowl, beat ice cream and pudding mix on low speed 2 minutes or until blended and thickened. Spoon over crust. Top with pineapple mixture. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 236mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BETTE'S PINEAPPLE COOKIES



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This family recipe has been with us for so long that we're not sure where it came from, but it is loved by all! A wonderful soft, buttery sweet cookie that melts in your mouth with the crunch of crushed pineapple and the softness of a cake. Absolutely WONDERFUL just out of the oven! You will want to make lots!

Provided by Linweather

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt
2 cups white sugar
1 cup drained crushed pineapple
1 cup vegetable shortening (such as Butter Flavor Crisco®)
3 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon lemon extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Sift flour, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Beat sugar, crushed pineapple, shortening, eggs, and lemon extract together in a bowl until thoroughly mixed. Add flour mixture to pineapple mixture; stir until just combined. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto baking sheets.
  • Bake in batches in the preheated oven until tops are lightly browned, 12 to 15 minutes per batch. Transfer to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 48.5 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

CREAMY PINEAPPLE-PECAN DESSERT SQUARES



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Enjoy this delicious creamy pineapple dessert with added nutty and crunchy flavor of pecans -perfect for a refreshing treat.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h30m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup boiling water
1 box (4-serving size) sugar-free lemon-flavored gelatin
1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup shredded coconut
1/4 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1 package (8 oz) fat-free cream cheese
1 container (8 oz) fat-free sour cream
1/4 cup sugar
1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained

Steps:

  • In large bowl, pour boiling water over gelatin; stir about 2 minutes or until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in pineapple juice. Refrigerate about 30 minutes or until mixture is syrupy and just beginning to thicken.
  • Meanwhile, in 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, toss cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, the coconut, pecans and melted butter until well mixed. Reserve 1/2 cup crumb mixture for topping. Press remaining mixture in bottom of dish.
  • In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream and 1/4 cup sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth; set aside.
  • Beat gelatin mixture with electric mixer on low speed until foamy; beat on high speed until light and fluffy (mixture will look like beaten egg whites). Beat in cream cheese mixture just until mixed. Gently stir in pineapple (with juice). Pour into crust-lined dish; smooth top. Sprinkle reserved 1/2 cup crumb mixture over top. Refrigerate about 4 hours or until set. For 18 servings, cut into 6 rows by 3 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

BLUEBERRY PINEAPPLE CRUNCH



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I made up this recipe from the need to use up Frozen Blueberrys that I had bought. We liked it hope you do to.

Provided by Braunda

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 1 cake, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package white cake mix
1 (12 ounce) bag frozen blueberries
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Mix Blueberrys and Crushed Pineapple and Sugar and Lemon Juice together.
  • Mix Cake Mix and Melted Butter together.
  • Add the Blueberry Mix to the bottom of a 9 " Square Pan.
  • Sprinkle Cake Mix and Melted Butter over top.
  • Bake at 350 degress for 40-50 minutes or til golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.6, Fat 18.7, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 515.3, Carbohydrate 67.2, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 50.5, Protein 3.4

PINEAPPLE BROWN BETTY



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Make and share this Pineapple Brown Betty recipe from Food.com.

Provided by echo echo

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

15 graham crackers, crumbled
3 cups crushed pineapple
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon, rind of
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
4 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • Layer 1/3 of graham cracker crumbs in bottom of a greased 1½ quart baking dish.
  • Add half the pineapple.
  • Mix together sugar thru cinnamon and sprinkle half over pineapple.
  • Repeat crumb and pineapple layers and sprinkle with remaining sugar mixture.
  • Dot with butter.
  • Bake approximately 30 minutes until the top is brown and crusty.
  • Serve hot or cold with whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 253.4, Carbohydrate 77, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 61.6, Protein 2.8

Tips:

  • Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have pineapple chunks, you can use canned pineapple, but be sure to drain it well.
  • You can use any type of nuts in this recipe, but walnuts, pecans, and almonds are all good choices.
  • If you don't have brown sugar, you can substitute white sugar, but the brown sugar will give the topping a richer flavor.
  • Be sure to watch the topping closely while it's baking so that it doesn't burn.
  • Let the pineapple crunch cool completely before serving.

Conclusion:

Pineapple crunch is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and tangy pineapple filling and crunchy topping, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a dessert that will impress your friends and family, give pineapple crunch a try. You won't be disappointed!

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