Description

Classic Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is a nostalgic and comforting dessert with caramelized pineapple, a buttery cake, and a rich brown sugar syrup. This easy-to-make cake offers the perfect balance of sweetness and texture, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

1/4 cup unsalted butter

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

6–8 pineapple rings (canned or fresh)

Maraschino cherries (optional, for garnish)

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup whole milk

1/4 cup pineapple juice (from the can of pineapple rings)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbly and smooth. Pour the mixture into the prepared cake pan and arrange pineapple rings on top. Add maraschino cherries in the centers if desired.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Stir in pineapple juice and mix until just combined.
Pour cake batter over pineapple rings in the pan and smooth evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean and the cake is golden brown.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Run a knife around the edges and flip the cake over onto a serving plate. Let it cool for another 10-15 minutes before serving.
Slice and serve the cake once it has cooled slightly, enjoying the caramelized pineapple topping!

Notes

Try adding peaches, cherries, or bananas for a fun twist on the classic recipe.

For a nutty flavor, use brown butter in the topping.

Sprinkle cinnamon in the cake batter for a spiced flavor that complements the pineapple.

Make mini versions of the cake in ramekins or muffin tins for single-serving portions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 280
Sugar: 35g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 45mg