Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Pineapple upside-down cake is a cherished dessert that brings a tropical twist to your table. With its moist vanilla sponge base topped with caramelized pineapple slices and vibrant maraschino cherries, this cake is both visually stunning and deliciously flavorful. Perfect for any occasion, from casual family dinners to festive celebrations, it’s an easy recipe that even novice bakers can master. The combination of buttery richness and fruity sweetness creates a nostalgic treat that will transport you back to summer picnics and joyful gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 can (20 oz) sliced pineapple in juice
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup milk
- Maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- Melt half a cup of butter with one cup of brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Pour into the pan and arrange pineapple slices on top, placing a cherry in the center of each slice.
- In a bowl, cream together one cup of softened butter and one cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt; add alternately with milk to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter over the fruit in the pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg