Description
Indulge in the tropical delight of Upside Down Pineapple Cake, where caramelized pineapples crown a fluffy sponge cake. This nostalgic dessert evokes memories of family gatherings and sunny days, making it perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare, every slice promises a flavor explosion that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium fresh pineapple, peeled and sliced into rings
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan with butter.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup butter and stir in 1/2 cup brown sugar until dissolved. Arrange pineapple rings in the skillet to soak up the caramel.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the remaining butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in sifted flour mixed with baking powder until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter over the caramelized pineapples in the prepared pan and smooth out evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before flipping onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute some white sugar with brown sugar when preparing the batter. Feel free to incorporate chopped nuts or shredded coconut for an unexpected twist. To avoid sogginess, ensure the pineapple is well-drained if using canned.