Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe

Rena April 21, 2023 Recipe Pin Comment

Looking for a tropical twist on a classic dessert? Look no further than this Pineapple Upside Down Cake! With its juicy slices of pineapple, buttery cake, and caramelized brown sugar topping, this dessert is sure to be a hit with anyone who tries it. Plus, with this recipe, making it at home has never been easier. Check out the step-by-step guide below to learn how to make your very own Pineapple Upside Down Cake from scratch.

Ingredients:

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 can of pineapple rings in juice (reserve juice for later use)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
2. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and stir until dissolved. Pour the mixture into the prepared cake pan.
3. Arrange the pineapple rings on top of the brown sugar mixture, making sure they're evenly spaced.
4. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. In a separate large bowl, beat the granulated sugar and eggs together until light and fluffy.
6. Add the vanilla extract, milk, and reserved pineapple juice to the wet ingredients and mix until fully combined.
7. Slowly fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
8. Pour the batter over the pineapple in the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
9. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
10. Let the cake cool for 5-10 minutes, then run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the cake. Invert the cake onto a serving plate or platter and let it cool completely before serving.

Nutrition:

Serving size: 1 slice
Calories per serving: 352
Total Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 79mg
Sodium: 174mg
Total Carbohydrates: 54g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 42g
Protein: 3g

Tips:

- Make sure to use unsalted butter in this recipe to avoid a salty taste in the finished cake.
- To make it even more tropical, feel free to add shredded coconut or chopped macadamia nuts to the batter before pouring it over the pineapple.
- For a gluten-free option, use your favorite gluten-free flour blend in place of the all-purpose flour.
- Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.