Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Indulge in a delightful Pineapple Upside-Down Cake that’s both easy to make and delicious! This simple recipe guides you through creating a stunning dessert with caramelized pineapple and cherries. With helpful tips on ingredient swaps and fun variations, this cake is sure to impress. Ready to sweeten your baking skills?

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Ingredients

1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices in juice, drained (reserve juice)

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 maraschino cherry for each pineapple slice

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup reserved pineapple juice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3 large eggs

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.

In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with the brown sugar and cinnamon until well combined. Pour this mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.

Arrange the pineapple slices over the brown sugar mixture in the pan. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple ring for an added pop of color.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.

Add the softened butter, reserved pineapple juice, and vanilla extract to the flour mixture. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.

Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Continue mixing until the batter is smooth and creamy.

Carefully pour the batter over the pineapple ring arrangement in the baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. This allows it to set slightly before inverting.

Carefully run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the cake. Place a serving plate over the pan and quickly invert the pan to turn out the cake onto the plate. Gently lift the pan off, revealing the pineapple topping.

- Presentation Tips: Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side for an extra treat.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 12