Homemade Pineapple Pie

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There’s something extra special about baking with pineapple—it brings a natural sweetness, a little tang, and so much brightness to a dessert. This pineapple pie takes that tropical flavor and wraps it in a buttery, homemade crust. It’s the kind of dessert that feels comforting and fresh at the same time, and honestly, it always reminds me of family gatherings where a fruit pie was the centerpiece of the table.

If you’ve never baked a pie with pineapple before, you’re in for a treat. The filling has warm notes of cinnamon that balance the sweetness, and the crust turns out golden, flaky, and full of flavor. It’s the perfect mix of cozy and tropical.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • The pineapple filling is naturally sweet and spiced just right.
  • The crust is buttery and homemade (but simple enough for beginners).
  • The lattice topping makes it look impressive, even if you’re new to pie baking.
  • It’s versatile—you can serve it warm with ice cream or enjoy it chilled the next day.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the filling:

  • 1 small pineapple, diced (remove the tough core)
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons sugar (or more if your pineapple isn’t very sweet)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch

For the dough:

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • A pinch of cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup water

Step-by-Step Instructions

Make the filling

  1. In a pot, combine the pineapple, cinnamon, sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the pineapple softens and most of the liquid evaporates.
  2. Dissolve the cornstarch in a little cold water, then stir it into the mixture. Cook for a few more minutes until the filling thickens.
  3. Remove from heat and let it cool completely before adding it to the crust.

Tip: If your pineapple is very juicy, cook it a little longer so your filling doesn’t end up too watery.

Make the dough

  1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, cinnamon, butter, egg, vanilla, salt, and water until the dough comes together smoothly.
  2. Divide it into two equal portions, wrap, and refrigerate for about 20 minutes. This helps the butter firm up and makes rolling easier.
  3. Preheat the oven to 200°C (about 390°F). Roll out one portion of dough and place it into a floured pie dish.
  4. Prick the base with a fork and spoon in the cooled pineapple filling.
  5. Roll out the second portion of dough, cut it into strips, and lay them over the pie in a crisscross pattern to create a lattice.
  6. Brush the top with beaten egg and sprinkle lightly with sugar.
  7. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crisp.

Serving Ideas

This pie is wonderful on its own, but you can take it up a notch by serving it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. If you let it cool completely, the flavors deepen and the filling sets perfectly—it’s just as delicious the next day (if it lasts that long).

Final Thoughts

Homemade pineapple pie is one of those desserts that manages to be both comforting and refreshing. The cinnamon-spiced filling feels cozy, while the pineapple keeps things bright and fruity. And that golden lattice crust? It makes every slice feel extra special.

If you’re looking for a dessert that impresses without being overly complicated, this is definitely one to try.