Chocolate pineapple squares are a delightful and indulgent treat that combines the rich, decadent taste of chocolate with the sweet, tangy flavor of pineapple. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party or simply looking for a special treat to enjoy with your family. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of chocolate pineapple squares that will be the hit of any gathering.
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PINEAPPLE CHEESECAKE BAR
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Combine flour, sugar, and butter until mixture is crumbly. Spread evenly into a 13 by 9-inch baking pan with raised sides. Press down until an 1/8 of an inch thick and bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Mix cream cheese and 1 cup powdered sugar until frosting texture. Add egg, sugar, crushed pineapple and vanilla extract, mix thoroughly. Fold 1/4 cup white chocolate chips and 1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts reserving 1/4 cup of each. Bake for additional 15 to 20 minutes or until batter is set. Remove from oven, melt reserved white chocolate chips and drizzle on top and sprinkle with 1/4 cup reserved chopped macadamia nuts. Let stand for 1 hour and cut into bars.
CHOCOLATE PINEAPPLE SQUARES
This recipe is quick and easy with a surprisingly delicious blend of pineapple and chocolate. The family loves these squares. Can be easily doubled.
Provided by LadyJade
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Pineapple Dessert Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x9 inch square pan. In the microwave or in a metal bowl over a pan of simmering water, melt chocolate chips, stirring frequently until smooth. Set aside.
- Cream together the shortening and sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon; blend into the creamed mixture. Divide batter into separate bowls. Mix the melted chocolate into one half and the drained crushed pineapple to the other. Spread the chocolate batter evenly into the prepared pan, then spread the pineapple batter over the top of that.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven. Cool in the pan on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 73.4 mg, Sugar 14.1 g
CHOCOLATE PINEAPPLE SQUARES
This recipe is quick and easy with a surprisingly delicious blend of pineapple and chocolate. The family loves these squares. Can be easily doubled.
Provided by LadyJade
Categories Pineapple Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x9 inch square pan. In the microwave or in a metal bowl over a pan of simmering water, melt chocolate chips, stirring frequently until smooth. Set aside.
- Cream together the shortening and sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon; blend into the creamed mixture. Divide batter into separate bowls. Mix the melted chocolate into one half and the drained crushed pineapple to the other. Spread the chocolate batter evenly into the prepared pan, then spread the pineapple batter over the top of that.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven. Cool in the pan on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 73.4 mg, Sugar 14.1 g
EASY REFRIGERATOR PINEAPPLE GRAHAM DESSERT SQUARES
This dessert is easy to prepare and really good! You can use Cool Whip topping in place of the whipping cream if desired. I like to top each slice with a spoonful of crushed pineapple before serving.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Dessert
Time 2h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Set oven to 350°F.
- Grease an 8 x 8-inch square baking dish.
- Combine graham wafer crumbs with 1/2 cup melted butter.
- Pat into bottom of prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 10 minutes; cool.
- In a bowl, cream 1/2 cup softened butter with icing sugar for about 3 minutes.
- Add in eggs, beat well until combined.
- Transfer the mixture into cooled crust.
- In a bowl, combine/fold the whipped cream with VERY well drained crushed pineapple.
- Spread over the egg mixture.
- Sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs.
- Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.9, Fat 32.7, SaturatedFat 19.4, Cholesterol 130.3, Sodium 242.1, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 25, Protein 3.4
PINEAPPLE DESSERT SQUARES
Expect to hand out the recipe when you bring this cheesecake dessert along to your next gathering. Crushed pineapple gives it a fun, tropical twist.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 12-15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine butter and sugar. Combine flour and baking powder; add to butter mixture. Add egg; mix until well blended and crumbly. Add milk and blend until dough forms a soft ball., Pat dough onto bottom and 1-1/2 in. up sides of a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Place pineapple in a sieve over a 4-cup glass measure; press with the back of a spoon to squeeze dry. Spread pineapple evenly over bottom crust, reserving juice in glass measure; set aside., In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and flour. Add the egg yolks, lemon juice and vanilla; mix well. Add enough milk to reserved pineapple juice to measure 2-1/2 cups. Stir milk mixture into cream cheese mixture until well combined., In a large bowl, beat egg whites on high until stiff. Fold filling mixture into egg whites. Gently pour into crust. Sprinkle with cinnamon. , Bake at 325° for 55 minutes or until filling is set. Cool completely on wire rack. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts :
PINEAPPLE DREAM SQUARES
These a very sweet and delicious squares, I'm sure everyone will love them. A variation of this is to melt 2 squares semi-sweet chocolate with 1 tsp. vegetable oil. Drizzle over cooled squares. Let chocolate set before cutting into squares.
Provided by Chef mariajane
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- TO MAKE BASE;
- Preheat oven to 350°F Spray a 9-inch square pan with cooking spray. In a medium bowl, combine flour and brown sugar. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Press into bottom of pan. Bake until lightly browned, 12-15 minutes. Cool slightly.
- TO MAKE TOPPING:.
- In a medium bowl, whisk eggs just until blended. Stir in remaining ingredients. Spread over base.
- Bake until topping is set but still soft in center, 40-45 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into squares. Keep refrigerated.
PINEAPPLE COCONUT SQUARES
"I don't remember where I got this recipe, but I'm glad I have it," says field editor Elaine Anderson from Aliquippa, Pennsylvania.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar. Beat in egg. Combine flour and baking powder; stir into egg mixture. Press into a 9-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Spread pineapple over crust; set aside., For topping, in a small bowl, beat butter and sugar until blended. Beat in eggs. Stir in coconut. Spread over pineapple. Bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh ripe pineapple: This will ensure the best flavor and texture in your squares.
- Don't overcook the pineapple: It should be slightly firm when you remove it from the heat.
- Use good quality chocolate: This will make a big difference in the overall flavor of the squares.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake.
- Bake the squares until they are just set: Overbaking will dry them out.
- Let the squares cool completely before cutting them: This will help them to hold their shape.
- Store the squares in an airtight container at room temperature: They will keep for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Chocolate pineapple squares are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are a great way to use up fresh pineapple, and they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these chocolate pineapple squares a try. You won't be disappointed!
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