Description
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is a delightful dessert that takes center stage at any gathering. This classic recipe features a moist, golden cake topped with caramelized pineapple rings, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and nostalgia. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a show-stopping treat that’s sure to impress friends and family. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature, paired with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings, drained
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round cake pan.
- In a saucepan, melt butter with brown sugar until bubbly; pour into the greased pan and arrange pineapple rings on top.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt together. In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold wet ingredients into dry until just combined; pour batter over pineapple in the pan.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly before flipping onto a plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating a splash of rum or experimenting with different fruits like peaches or cherries.