Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipe
Indulge in the classic goodness of Pineapple Upside-Down Cake with this simple and delightful recipe. A moist, buttery cake topped with caramelized pineapple rings and maraschino cherries – it’s a true crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 9-inch cake 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the topping:
- Cooking spray
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 (8-ounce) can pineapple rings in pineapple juice
- 8 to 10 maraschino cherries
For the cake:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat to 350°F. Coat a 9-inch round cake pan with cooking spray; set aside.
- Melt Butter and Sugar: Melt 4 tablespoons unsalted butter and 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar in a small pan over medium heat, stirring frequently until bubbly and slightly brown.
- Prepare Topping: Pour the sugar mixture into the cake pan and spread into an even layer to cool slightly.
- Arrange Pineapple and Cherries: Place pineapple rings in the pan and set maraschino cherries in the center of each ring.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
- Make Cake Batter: Cream sugar and butter, add eggs, then mix in flour and pineapple juice alternately.
- Assemble Cake: Dollop batter over the fruit, smooth with spatula, and tap pan to settle.
- Bake: Bake until golden and tester comes out clean, about 45 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Invert and release cake onto a plate after cooling for 10 minutes. Serve warm or cooled.
Notes
- For extra flair, sprinkle a touch of cinnamon or nutmeg over the pineapple rings before adding the batter.
- This cake is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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