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Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe

Indulge in a delightful pineapple upside down cake, a classic dessert that combines sweet, caramelized pineapple with a soft, buttery cake, perfect for any occasion.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pineapple upside down cake, dessert, baking, classic cake
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 can 20 oz pineapple slices
  • Maraschino cherries
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Melt the butter in a round cake pan over low heat.
  • Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the melted butter.
  • Arrange pineapple slices on top of the brown sugar.
  • Place a cherry in the center of each pineapple slice.
  • In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • In another bowl, cream granulated sugar and remaining butter.
  • Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Add flour mixture and milk alternately, stirring until just combined.
  • Pour the batter over the pineapple arrangement in the pan.
  • Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g