Description
Indulge in a slice of nostalgia with this classic Pineapple Upside Down Cake, where moist, buttery cake meets caramelized pineapple and cherries. This delightful dessert is not just a treat; it’s a celebration of flavors that will transport you to sunny beaches with every bite. Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or any day you want to add a touch of sweetness to your life!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar (dark)
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings, drained
- 10 maraschino cherries
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 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 the bottom with brown sugar.
- Arrange the pineapple rings over the sugar and place one cherry in each ring's center.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined—don’t overmix!
- Pour batter over the pineapple arrangement evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool for about 10 minutes before inverting onto a plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg