Description
Indulge in a slice of paradise with this Upside Down Pineapple Cake, where sweet caramelized pineapple meets a moist, fluffy cake. This delightful dessert is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to casual weeknight treats. The stunning presentation of juicy pineapple rings and maraschino cherries will captivate your guests, while the tropical flavors evoke memories of sun-soaked days. Prepare for an adventure in baking that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Melt butter in a round cake pan over medium heat and sprinkle brown sugar evenly on top. Arrange pineapple rings and place maraschino cherries in the center of each.
- In a mixing bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to wet ingredients alternately with milk until just combined.
- Pour batter over the arranged pineapples and spread evenly. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for 10 minutes before flipping onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (89g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg