Description

Indulge in our delightful pineapple upside-down cake, where the sweet tang of caramelized pineapple meets the fluffy richness of vanilla cake. This nostalgic dessert is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to quiet evenings at home, and it promises to bring sunshine to your table with every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings, drained
1/3 cup unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
Maraschino cherries (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round baking pan with butter.
In the pan, melt the butter over low heat, then sprinkle brown sugar evenly until bubbly.
Arrange pineapple rings on top and place a cherry in each ring's center.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, cream granulated sugar and softened butter until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Pour the batter over the pineapple arrangement and bake for about 45 minutes or until golden brown.
Allow cooling briefly before flipping onto a plate to reveal the stunning topping.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 90g)
Calories: 255
Sugar: 29g
Sodium: 195mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 53mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating a splash of rum or coconut extract into the batter. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Reheat in the microwave for moist slices.