Sweet and tangy, canned pineapple is convenient and works in both savory and sweet dishes. In this round-up of 17 recipes made with canned pineapple, you’ll find savory ideas like pineapple-glazed chicken, sweet and sour stir-fry, and chicken kabobs. Want something sweet? How about pineapple salsa, pina colada cupcakes, or an upside-down cake? Pantry-friendly canned pineapple is great to have on your shelf for those days you’re craving something tropical.
Tropical Pineapple Coconut Rum Cake
“I served this cake to my friends with Jamaica Me Crazy coffee, and they raved over it. When I came back to take a picture to post with my recipe, there was only one piece of it left. Extremely moist and rich cake, perfect comfort food with a hot cup of coffee!” – Jeanne
Hawaiian Dream Trifle
“I love the combined flavors of pineapple, toasted coconut, and macadamia nuts. I combined these flavors with angel food cake and coconut cream pudding for a light tropical dessert.” – Susan
Hummingbird Cake
“I just love this cake recipe. I make it for Easter and Mother’s Day. My family loves it as well. It is simple, easy, and your family and friends will love it also.” – Tammy
Tropical Cowboy Candy
“This is just a tropical note on a well known canned candied jalapenos recipe. It is still spicy but has a hint of the tropics and they are great. Float some of these in a jalapeno martini or a pineapple jalapeno margarita at your next game day and tell them cowboy up!” – Cathy
Pineapple Brown Sugar Pound Cake Upside Down
“This cake is so good. I like mine warm with a scoop of ice cream.” – Nancy
Pineapple Jalapeno Meatballs
“These Pineapple Jalapeno Meatballs need to be served at your next event. They are sweet, sticky and have a slight kick of spice, everyone will love.” – Debbie
Holiday Cheese Ball
“This recipe comes from my husband’s side of the family. I had to ask for the recipe because eating it only once a year was just not cutting it.” – Laura
Mardi Gras Bread
“With Mardi Gras coming up, I got to thinking about this bread. Have made this for years. It’s really good served with warm honey butter.” – Lisa
Granny Cake
“My mother has been making this cake for 30 years. It takes minimal time to prepare and is so very moist!” – Stephanie
Creamy Fruit Salad
“I made this particular dish many times. Church, work, and at request. This is a salad you can make your own with the fruit and nuts you add. Be creative!” – Edith
Banana Pineapple Chocolate Chip Pancakes
“When my children were small, I adapted the ingredients from one of my favorite muffin recipes to make these yummy pancakes. They’ve been a favorite ever since!” – Jamie
Bourbon Baked Beans
“I know the ingredients may seem a little odd, but these are soo good.” – Danielle
Pina Colada Cupcakes
“These cupcakes are so easy to make and always a hit at picnics or family gatherings.” – Connie
Chicken Pineapple Kabobs
“Everyone loves these quick and easy chicken and pineapple kabobs! The longer you marinate the chicken, the better.” – Luci
Pineapple Salsa
“You can adjust the heat of this pineapple salsa by removing the seeds. I like this on my fish tacos.” – Cathy
Sweet & Sour Pork
“A very tasty Asian dish that can be easily prepared at home using basic ingredients and cooking skills.” – Skip
Pineapple Sweet Chili Sauce
“A tropical pineapple sweet chili sauce!” – Kevin