Instructions:

1/ Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9×13 baking pan with parchment paper.

2/ Make the crust: In a bowl, mix together 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 cup sugar and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Press evenly into the prepared pan.

3/ Bake crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden. Allow to cool slightly.

4/ Make the pineapple filling: In a bowl, whisk the eggs and 1 cup sugar until smooth. Mix in 1/4 cup flour, baking powder and vanilla. Fold in the drained crushed pineapple.

5/ Pour the pineapple filling evenly over the crust. Bake for 25-30 minutes until set on the edges.

6/ Allow bars to cool completely in pan. Once cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar before slicing into squares.

Notes:

For extra tropical vibes, add 1/2 cup shredded coconut to the filling.
Garnish bars with pineapple slices or toasted coconut if desired.
Bars can be refrigerated for up to 5 days. Allow to come to room temp before serving.

These gooey, crumbly, pineapple-packed bliss bars will give you a serious taste of warm weather tropical vibes no matter the season! Pure nostalgic citrus-y heaven.