Description
This Fresh Pineapple Crisp is a delightful dessert featuring juicy pineapple chunks baked under a buttery oat and brown sugar crumble topping. Perfectly golden and bubbling, it combines tropical sweetness with a satisfying crunchy texture, served best warm with cream, ice cream, or custard.
Ingredients
For the Pineapple Filling
- 3 cups fresh pineapple chunks (approx. 1 pineapple)
- 1 tbsp cornflour/corn starch
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
For the Crumble Topping
- 1/3 cup (50 g) all-purpose/plain flour
- 3/4 cup (60 g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/3 cup (70 g) brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (125 g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 175°C (350°F) and allow it to fully preheat while you prepare the ingredients.
- Prepare baking dish: Grease a 2.3 litre (2.4 quart) ceramic or glass baking dish with a little butter to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the pineapple: Using a sharp knife, remove the top and base of the pineapple, then stand it upright and carefully peel off the skin, avoiding too much flesh loss. Remove any brown spots or “eyes” with a small knife or spoon. Cut the pineapple lengthwise into quarters, remove the tough core from each, and chop the pineapple into bite-sized chunks.
- Mix pineapple filling: In a bowl, combine the pineapple chunks, cornflour, and 3 tablespoons of brown sugar. Toss gently until evenly coated, then transfer this mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare the crumble topping: In another bowl, mix together the remaining brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and rolled oats. Add the cold, cubed butter. Begin by stirring, then rub the butter between your fingers until the mixture becomes crumbly and forms coarse crumbs.
- Assemble the crisp: Evenly spread the crumble mixture over the pineapple filling in the baking dish, making sure to cover it well.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes until the topping is lightly golden brown and the pineapple filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and serve: Allow the crisp to cool slightly before serving to enhance the flavors. Enjoy it warm with cream, ice cream, or custard.
Notes
- Use ripe fresh pineapple for optimal sweetness and juiciness.
- Cornflour helps thicken the pineapple juices to prevent a soggy crisp.
- All-purpose flour works well for the crumble; you can substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
- Cold, unsalted butter gives a better crumble texture when rubbed into the dry ingredients.
- The dish size (about 2.3 litres) helps ensure even cooking.
- Letting the crisp cool slightly after baking improves flavor development and ease of serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
