Sweet tea punch with orange juice, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and ginger ale, garnished with fresh mint. A make-ahead party punch for bridal showers and weddings.
Sweet and sour Alaska salmon nuggets: broiled wild salmon chunks served with a pineapple-ginger dipping sauce. A fun twist on takeout using Pacific wild-caught fish.
Hawaiian-inspired apple pie poached in pineapple juice instead of baked. A no-bake filling in a pre-baked crust, topped with whipped cream and chopped macadamia nuts.
Three-fruit punch made with orange, lemon, and pineapple juice concentrates topped with bubbly ginger ale. A refreshing party punch ready in 10 minutes.
Slow cooker hot cranberry punch with pineapple juice, brown sugar, and a cheesecloth bundle of whole cloves and cinnamon stick. A hands-off holiday drink that perfumes the kitchen all afternoon.
Pizza muffins top split English muffins with sauce, cheese, ham, and pineapple, then broil until bubbly. A 5-minute after-school snack or lazy-night dinner.
Classic skillet pineapple upside-down cake with caramelized brown sugar topping, juicy pineapple rings, and cherries. Simple cake mix recipe baked in cast iron for golden edges.
Pineapple macadamia nut bread with crushed pineapple, pineapple juice, and chopped macadamias in a tender quick bread. Bake as a loaf or muffins.
Hawaiian nut bread loaded with bananas, crushed pineapple, honey, and cinnamon. A tropical quick bread with no refined sugar that makes two full loaves.
White chocolate fruit tart with a buttery shortbread crust, creamy white chip and cream cheese filling, and glazed fresh fruit on top. A stunning no-fuss dessert.
Pecan cheese gelatin salad with pineapple, cottage cheese, whipped cream, marshmallows, and sour cream set in a fruity mold. A classic Southern potluck side.
Shrimp and citrus fruit salad served in hollowed pineapple boats with avocado, grapefruit, and orange in a lime-white wine dressing. A showstopping tropical presentation.
Warm Upside-Down Cheesecakes with Pineapple S recipe
Chilled raspberry soup with sour cream, dry sherry, pineapple juice, and grenadine, thickened with gelatin and refrigerated overnight. An elegant cold dessert soup.
German festive chocolate cake with almonds, bananas, crushed pineapple, and cinnamon baked in a tube pan. A semi-homemade celebration cake with tropical fruit and nutty crunch.
Toast Hawaii with ham, pineapple rings, and melted Gouda cheese on white bread, finished with a maraschino cherry. A retro German-style open-faced sandwich baked until bubbly.
Frozen fruit cups with strawberries, bananas, crushed pineapple, and orange juice. A no-cook, kid-friendly frozen treat with no added sugar.
Pina colada sorbet made with crushed pineapple, cream of coconut, dark rum, and a simple syrup. No ice cream maker needed, just freeze, blend, and refreeze for tropical scoops.
Tropical pineapple-papaya salsa with blanched tomatoes, jalapeno, cilantro, and scallions. A fresh, fruity topping for grilled fish, chicken, or chips.
No-cook tropical stuffed pears filled with a sour cream, crushed pineapple, coconut, marshmallow, and pecan mixture. A retro fruit salad side dish ready in 15 minutes.
Golden Treasure Pie with a layer of sweetened crushed pineapple topped with a creamy cottage cheese custard baked in a pie shell. Two layers of flavor in every golden slice.
Rohkostsalat is a German raw cabbage salad with diced apple, raisins, and a tangy sour cream dressing with pineapple juice. A crunchy, sweet-tart side dish served cold.
Fresh pineapple sherbet made from a whole pineapple with just sugar, lemon juice, and water. Cooked, blended smooth, frozen, then beaten light and served in the pineapple shell.
Homemade cherry butter with pitted cherries, crushed pineapple, and lemon juice cooked low and slow until thick and spreadable. A fruity preserve for toast, biscuits, and more.
Fresh lime-pineapple relish with chopped pineapple, red bell pepper, green onions, lime zest, and ginger. A bright no-cook tropical condiment for grilled fish, chicken, or pork.
Seared pineapple salsa caramelizes pineapple in a dry skillet, then dices and tosses with chipotle, lime, and cilantro. Smoky-sweet condiment for grilled fish, tacos, or pork.
Pineapple breakfast shake blended with banana, skim milk, pineapple juice, and vanilla. A creamy, tropical smoothie with no added sugar, ready in minutes.
Quick sweet and sour prawns in an orange juice, soy, ginger, and brown sugar sauce thickened with cornstarch. Ready in 20 minutes, served over rice with beansprouts.
Quick microwave pineapple sauce with cinnamon and butter, thickened with cornstarch. A sweet, spiced sauce for grilled meats or desserts, ready in just 7 minutes.
Pineapple-pear mold is a light, refreshing gelatin salad made with orange juice, crushed pineapple, and sliced pears. A retro potluck classic with no added sugar.
Polynesian kabobs with bacon-wrapped pineapple, soy-marinated ham, olives, and cherry tomatoes, broiled until crisp. Sweet-salty tiki appetizer skewers.
Sweet and sour chicken stir-fry with pineapple chunks, red bell pepper, water chestnuts, and a tangy ketchup-brown sugar glaze served over crispy chow mein noodles.
Ham and Swiss cheese rolls stuffed with broccoli spears, topped with a tangy pineapple-horseradish sauce and pineapple slices. A retro microwave dinner ready in 30 minutes.
Soft, fruity cookie bars loaded with bananas, crushed pineapple, maraschino cherries, and crunchy walnuts. Topped with a buttery powdered sugar glaze that makes them irresistible at potlucks.
Frog eye salad with acini de pepe pasta, mandarin oranges, pineapple, and whipped topping in a sweet pineapple custard dressing. The classic Mormon potluck dessert salad.
Slow cooker bourbon baked beans loaded with crushed pineapple, chili sauce, strong coffee, brown sugar, and molasses. Sweet, smoky, boozy, and effortless for cookouts and potlucks.
Individual pineapple upside-down cakes baked in small Pyrex dishes with a homemade cinnamon-pineapple syrup and a pineapple ring in each. Buttery, caramelized, and portion-perfect.
Pineapple upside-down cake with a surprising twist of fresh rosemary in the batter plus walnuts and sour cream. A savory-sweet spin on the retro classic.
Slow cooker pineapple chicken with Dijon mustard, soy sauce, garlic, and unsweetened pineapple. A low-fat crockpot chicken breast dinner with minimal prep.
Pig cake, a Southern church-supper classic with mandarin orange cake layers and a fluffy pineapple cream cheese frosting. Three-layer pastel pretty, ready for potlucks and reunions.
Buttermilk walnut bundt cake baked over a brown sugar and Karo syrup topping with whole walnuts. A sticky-bottomed cake with a tender, airy crumb from whipped egg whites.
Crunchy coleslaw, chicken, and crushed pineapple tossed in low-fat dressing and rolled in whole wheat tortillas. A no-cook lunch wrap ready in 30 minutes with tropical crunch.
Pineapple squash is a zero-waste tropical syrup made from the peel and core of a fresh pineapple, simmered with sugar and brightened with lemon juice. Mix with cold water for a homemade summer cordial.
Vietnamese fruits in syrup (trái cây) with orange, pineapple, and lychees in a sherry-citrus sugar syrup. A simple, elegant tropical dessert chilled to perfection.
A tropical twist on cole slaw with shredded cabbage, pineapple tidbits, sliced banana, and pecans in a creamy honey-sour cream dressing. No cooking, ready in 30 minutes.
Quick pork stir-fry with rice, snow peas, pineapple, and almonds in soy sauce. Easy 30-minute Asian-inspired dinner with wok or microwave cooking options.
Thai galloping horses (Ma Hor) made vegetarian with shiitake mushrooms, peanuts, garlic, and cilantro root on fresh pineapple chunks. A sweet-savory-spicy Thai appetizer.
Buttery scones loaded with dried papaya, dried pineapple, macadamia nuts, shredded coconut, and white chocolate chunks. Island-inspired baking that's brunch-table worthy and freezer friendly.