Description
Pineapple upside down cake is a nostalgic dessert that transforms any gathering into a tropical delight. With a luscious layer of caramelized pineapple and cherries atop a moist, buttery cake, this treat is as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate. Perfect for birthdays, barbecues, or cozy evenings at home, this recipe promises to impress your friends and family with its vibrant presentation and delicious flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 can (20 oz) sliced pineapple in heavy syrup
- 10 maraschino cherries
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round baking pan.
- 2. In a saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar until bubbly; pour this mixture into the prepared pan.
- 3. Arrange the pineapple slices over the syrup, placing cherries in the center of each ring.
- 4. In a bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla; combine both mixtures until just blended.
- 5. Pour the batter over the arranged pineapples and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- 6. Allow cooling briefly before inverting onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg