Pineapple Bliss Bars (Print Version)

Sweet pineapple filling rests on a buttery crust, finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar.

# Ingredients:

Crust

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

Filling

04 - 1 can (15 oz) crushed pineapple, well-drained
05 - 1 cup sour cream
06 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dusting

09 - Powdered sugar

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine flour and sugar, then cut in softened butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press evenly into bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine drained crushed pineapple, sour cream, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and homogeneous.
03 - Pour filling over the pre-baked crust and return to oven. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until filling is set. Remove and cool completely.
04 - Dust cooled bars with powdered sugar before cutting into serving pieces.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure pineapple is well-drained to prevent a soggy crust.