Pineapple Pie Recipe

Pineapple pie is the perfect summer dessert. It has a rich, sugary crust and plenty of bright and tangy pineapples in every bite. 

It’s sweet, tropical, tart, and delicious. And you can make it for practically any occasion. 

Pineapple Pie

It takes minimal effort to pull together and requires few ingredients. (Thank you, store-bought pie crusts!) Even beginner bakers can put it together with no trouble. 

There are dozens of recipes for pineapple pie out there, but this one is one of my favorites.

1. It keeps things simple. It requires only six ingredients and very little hands-on work. 
2. It tastes incredible. Everything about this pie is perfectly balanced and super scrumptious.

It’s full of bright, tropical, summery flavor, and the flaky, melt-in-your-mouth crust is hard to beat. True, it’s just a store-bought crust. But adding milk and sugar on top gives it a fantastic taste.

It also tastes great, warm or cold, so you can enjoy the leftovers for days. And finally, it’s not too indulgent. 

This simple pie full of sweet, delicious pineapples is the ideal dessert!

Ingredients

Here’s a list of what you need to make pineapple pie:

• Pineapples – You’ll need a large (20-ounce) can of crushed pineapples with juice. Avoid getting any other type of pineapple. These work best. 
  
• White sugar – Its sweetness helps cut through the otherwise tart tanginess of the pineapples. You also dust the top of the pie with more sugar. 
  
• Cornstarch – It helps thicken the filling. 
  
• Lemon juice – Its acidity and tartness pair nicely with the pineapples. 
  
• Double-crust pie pastry – You can make this pie using a homemade crust if you prefer. But I stick to the premade kind to save time. 
  
• Milk – You need just a little to brush over the top of the pie. It’ll help give it a gorgeous golden-brown color and hold the sugar on top. 

How to Make Pineapple Pie 

Following this recipe couldn’t be easier!

1. Preheat. Set the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. 

2. Make the filling. Combine the pineapples, 3/4 cup of sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, then boil it for 1 minute. 

Allow the filling to cool slightly before the next step. 

3. Assemble the pie. Put the bottom pie crust into a pie plate and pour the filling into it. Cover the filling with the second pie crust, fluting the edges to seal it. 

Make steam vent slashes across the top, then brush it with milk. Finish by sprinkling the final tablespoon of sugar over the top crust. 

4. Bake. Bake it in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes. The pie should be golden brown when it’s ready. 

5. Cool, slice, and serve. Let the pie cool for at least 10 to 15 minutes before cutting it. Then, enjoy it at room temperature or chilled.

Tips for the Best Pineapple Pie 

• Choose your can. Crushed pineapples with juice are best for this recipe. But if you have tidbits or slices, don’t run out and buy more. Simply pour the pineapples into a food processor or chopper and crush them.
  
• Make pineapples the star of the show. Want to really highlight the pineapples’ flavor? Cut back on the sugar. Use only a fourth cup in the filling and the extra tablespoon on top. Remember, this will result in a tarter and tangier (but fruitier!) pie.
  
• Give the crust an egg wash. Do this before adding the pie filling. It’ll ensure the bottom crust doesn’t get too soggy. 
  
• Make foil your friend. Wrap the edges of the pie crust in aluminum foil. You only need to do this if the edges cook faster than the pie. The foil will prevent them from burning. 
  
• Don’t rush it!  Seriously, longer is better when it comes to cooling time. The filling will still be runny if you cut into the pie too soon. Give it time to cool and set. 

Recipe Variations 

Here are some fun variations you can try for this pie:

• Take the topping up a notch. Instead of plain old sugar, add a cinnamon and sugar topping. It gives the pie a warmer, slightly spiced flavor. 
  
• Make a homemade pie crust. It takes longer, but it’s definitely delicious. 
  
• Use fresh pineapples. This variation is for experienced bakers only. You need to cook the pineapples and thicken and sweeten them. It takes some work but is worth it if you know how. 
  
• Make it creamy and dreamy. Adding vanilla pudding to the filling results in a smoother, creamier filling. 
  
• Create a masterpiece with cream cheese. Add cream cheese to the mix! Doing so will give you a creamy, cheesy pineapple pie. You need about 4 ounces.  

Serving Suggestions 

Wondering what to serve with pineapple pie? The options are limitless! It tastes great on its own, or you can add toppings for extra decadence. 

Here are some of my favorites: 

• Top it with some homemade whipped cream for even more sweetness. 
  
• Make one of these 21 no-churn ice cream flavors to serve with it. 
  
• Use your favorite sauces (chocolate, caramel, strawberry, etc.) to add more flavor. 
  
• Add some nuts, crushed graham crackers, or chocolate chips to the top.
   
• Serve it for dessert after having delicious oven-baked ribs or Filipino chicken adobo. 

How to Store & Freeze 

Here’s how to keep leftover pineapple pie fresh:

To Store: This pie tastes wonderful chilled, so you can store it at room temperature or in the fridge with no problems. Simply let it cool first. Then, transfer the leftovers to an air-tight container. 

It should last about 3 days at room temperature and up to 5 in the fridge. 

To Freeze: Wrap the pie tightly in plastic wrap. Then, slip it into a large freezer-safe bag. Freeze in a “normal” pie position, and don’t place anything on top of it. It should last for up to 3 months. 

To Thaw: Transfer the pie to the fridge and let it thaw overnight. You can then enjoy it chilled or set it on the counter for an hour or so to warm it to room temperature. I don’t recommend reheating it.