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Pineapple Upside-Down Cake recipe

The Best Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipe for Juicy, Sweet Bliss

This Pineapple Upside-Down Cake recipe combines sweet, tangy pineapple with buttery cake for a stunning dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Caramelized Topping
  • 1 cup brown sugar creates that rich, caramel base
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter adds lusciousness
  • 1 can pineapple rings fresh or canned
  • 1/2 cup maraschino cherries optional but classic
For the Cake Batter
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour provides structure
  • 1 cup granulated sugar sweetens the batter
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder gives the cake its light texture
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances all the flavors
  • 2 large eggs binds ingredients together
  • 1 cup whole milk keeps the cake tender
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract infuses the batter

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Oven
  • Wire rack

Method
 

For the Caramelized Topping
  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt unsalted butter with brown sugar until smooth and bubbling, about 2 minutes.
  2. Arrange the caramel evenly in the bottom of the prepared pan, tilting and swirling until every inch is coated.
  3. Place pineapple rings atop the caramel and tuck maraschino cherries into each center.
For the Cake Batter
  1. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until uniform.
  2. Beat the large eggs and vanilla extract in a separate bowl, then slowly stream in whole milk.
  3. Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet batter using a spatula.
  4. Pour the prepared cake batter over the pineapple and cherry arrangement.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until golden brown.
  6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.

Notes

For extra tropical crunch, sprinkle toasted coconut flakes on top.