Piña Colada Upside-Down Cake

Health score
1%
Piña Colada Upside-Down Cake
90 min.
12
410kcal

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Indulge in a tropical escape with our delightful Piña Colada Upside-Down Cake! This scrumptious dessert combines the classic flavors of a piña colada with the comforting texture of a moist cake, making it the perfect treat for any occasion. Imagine the sweet aroma of melted butter and brown sugar wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this show-stopping dessert that serves 12. With a luscious layer of caramelized pineapple and a generous sprinkle of flaked coconut, each slice is a slice of paradise.

Not only is this cake a feast for the eyes, but it also boasts a delightful balance of flavors and textures. The rich, buttery base pairs beautifully with the tropical sweetness of pineapple, while the coconut adds a delightful chewiness that will have your taste buds dancing. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself to something sweet, this cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

Ready in just 90 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will transport you straight to a sunny beach with every bite. Your taste of the tropics awaits!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.8 cup coconut flakes flaked
  • 20 oz pineapple rings drained canned
  • box vanilla cake donut holes 
  • cup lite coconut milk reduced-fat (from 13.6-oz can) (lite) (not cream of coconut)
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  •  eggs 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • knife
  • baking pan
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. In 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, melt butter in oven.
  2. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over melted butter.
  3. Sprinkle coconut over brown sugar. Arrange pineapple slices over coconut; press in lightly.
  4. In large bowl, beat cake mix, coconut milk, oil and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
  5. Pour batter over pineapple slices; spread evenly.
  6. Bake 34 to 38 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately run knife around sides of baking dish to loosen cake.
  7. Place heatproof serving plate upside down onto baking dish; turn plate and baking dish over. Leave baking dish over cake 5 minutes to let brown sugar mixture drizzle down onto cake.
  8. Remove baking dish. Cool 30 minutes.
  9. Serve warm or cool. Store loosely covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories410kcal
Protein3.67%
Fat36.74%
Carbs59.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.17
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
7.0821738450424%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:409.92kcal
20.5%
Fat:17.06g
26.25%
Saturated Fat:8.6g
53.73%
Carbohydrates:62.27g
20.76%
Net Carbohydrates:60.32g
21.93%
Sugar:43.08g
47.87%
Cholesterol:51.09mg
17.03%
Sodium:366.18mg
15.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.83g
7.66%
Phosphorus:183.09mg
18.31%
Calcium:125.87mg
12.59%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.45%
Selenium:8.52µg
12.17%
Vitamin E:1.5mg
9.98%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.97%
Folate:38.49µg
9.62%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.45%
Iron:1.51mg
8.37%
Fiber:1.95g
7.82%
Copper:0.14mg
7.21%
Vitamin B3:1.22mg
6.12%
Vitamin C:4.52mg
5.48%
Vitamin K:5.49µg
5.22%
Magnesium:19.67mg
4.92%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.49%
Potassium:154.91mg
4.43%
Vitamin A:201.21IU
4.02%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.67%
Zinc:0.5mg
3.36%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.77%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.47%