Description
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is a classic dessert that brings together the tropical sweetness of pineapple and a moist, buttery cake base. This visually stunning treat features caramelized pineapple and cherries, making it an impressive centerpiece for any gathering. Perfect for sharing at celebrations or enjoying with family, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees delicious results that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (20 oz) canned pineapple rings in juice
- 10 maraschino cherries
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and sprinkle brown sugar evenly on the bottom.
- Arrange the pineapple rings on top of the brown sugar and place a cherry in the center of each ring.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add this to the wet mixture alternating with milk until just combined.
- Pour the batter over the arranged pineapples and bake for about 40 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before flipping onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg