Torta Clássica de Creme de Abacaxi do Sul com Crosta de Manteiga Escamosa

Classic Southern Pineapple Custard Pie with Flaky Butter Crust

Servings

8

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

50 minutes

Calories

315

Cuisine

American

Category

Dessert

Pineapple pie is a throwback to cozy kitchens and handwritten recipe cards, often found in vintage Southern cookbooks. It’s a unique combination of tropical brightness and warm spice, baked into a tender crust and finished with a custard-like filling. 


While apple and cherry pies get all the glory, this overlooked gem delivers a sunny surprise with every bite.


Made with crushed pineapple, sugar, warm cinnamon, and just a hint of nutmeg, the filling is rich without being heavy. The cornstarch and eggs work together to set the pie into a firm, sliceable texture — ideal for make-ahead gatherings or simple weeknight desserts. 


You can enjoy it warm or cold, solo or topped with whipped cream, and it always disappears fast. If you love fruit pies and crave a twist, pineapple pie belongs on your dessert table.

Classic Southern Pineapple Custard Pie with Flaky Butter Crust

Ingredients

  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)

  • 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple in juice, drained

  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

  • 1/4 cup cornstarch

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.

  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine drained pineapple, both sugars, cornstarch, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and lemon juice. Mix well until smooth and well blended.

  3. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and spread evenly.

  4. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.

  5. Let the pie cool completely at room temperature to allow it to set.

  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature, with whipped cream if desired.

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10 dicas para cozinhar este prato

  1. Use abacaxi esmagado embalado em suco, não em xarope.

  2. Escorra bem o abacaxi para evitar o recheio empapado.

  3. Não misture demais o recheio – mexa apenas até ficar homogêneo.

  4. Use uma forma de torta de vidro para dourar uniformemente.

  5. Pré-asse a crosta ligeiramente se preferir uma base mais firme.

  6. Deixe a torta esfriar completamente antes de fatiar.

  7. Refrigere durante a noite para obter melhor textura.

  8. Adicione uma pitada de cardamomo para maior profundidade.

  9. Sirva com chantilly ou sorvete de baunilha.

  10. Guarde as sobras cobertas na geladeira por até 3 dias.

 

Sirva com sugestões

  • Cobertura de chantilly fresco ou coco

  • Sorvete de baunilha

  • Morangos fatiados ou manga

  • Café quente ou chá gelado

  • Flocos de coco torrados por cima

 

Perguntas frequentes

P: Posso usar abacaxi fresco em vez de enlatado?
R: Sim, mas certifique-se de esmagar e drenar bem para combinar com a textura e o nível de umidade.

P: Posso fazer esta torta com antecedência?
R: Absolutamente. É melhor fazer um dia antes e guardar na geladeira até servir.

P: A torta de abacaxi deve ser servida quente ou fria?
R: Qualquer uma das duas funciona – quente para maior conforto, fria para uma fatia mais firme.

P: Posso torná-lo sem laticínios?
R: Sim, substitua a manteiga vegetal e uma opção de crosta sem laticínios.

P: Como posso saber se a torta está pronta?
R: O centro deve estar firme com um leve movimento e um teste de palito limpo.

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