Pineapple-Coconut-Banana Upside-Down Cake

Vegetarian
Pineapple-Coconut-Banana Upside-Down Cake
45 min.
10
270kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a delightful twist on a classic dessert: the Pineapple-Coconut-Banana Upside-Down Cake! This vegetarian treat combines the tropical flavors of juicy pineapple, creamy coconut, and ripe banana to create a cake that's bursting with taste and texture. Perfect for any gathering, this cake serves up to 10 people, making it an ideal choice for family get-togethers or friendly potlucks.

The simple yet satisfying preparation process ensures that you'll have this decadent dessert ready in just 45 minutes. Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as the cake bakes, filling the air with hints of caramelized brown sugar and warm spices. Each slice reveals a stunning mosaic of golden pineapple rings and sweet coconut nestled atop a fluffy cake base, enticing everyone who lays eyes on it.

Not only is this cake delicious, but it's also a lighter alternative at only 270 calories per serving, allowing you to enjoy dessert without the guilt. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a truly satisfying experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this Pineapple-Coconut-Banana Upside-Down Cake is bound to become a favorite. So get ready to impress your friends and family with this tropical delight that's as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup banana ripe mashed ( 1 banana)
  • 0.8 cup brown sugar packed
  • tablespoons butter 
  • large eggs 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 15.5 ounce pineapple rings undrained canned
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cup coconut sweetened flaked
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Melt butter in a 9-inch cast-iron skillet; sprinkle evenly with brown sugar.
  3. Drain pineapple slices over a bowl, reserving 1/2 cup juice.
  4. Place 1 pineapple ring in center of skillet.
  5. Cut remaining pineapple rings in half; arrange around center pineapple ring.
  6. Sprinkle evenly with coconut. Set aside.
  7. Lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup, and level with a knife.
  8. Combine flour and next 5 ingredients (flour through salt) in a large bowl.
  9. Combine reserved juice, banana, oil, and egg, stirring with a whisk.
  10. Add pineapple juice mixture to flour mixture, stirring until combined.
  11. Pour flour mixture over coconut.
  12. Bake at 375 for 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Invert onto a wire rack.
  13. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories270kcal
Protein3.65%
Fat26.11%
Carbs70.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.69
Glycemic Load
14.82
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.9634782905164%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.46mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:270.23kcal
13.51%
Fat:8.08g
12.42%
Saturated Fat:4.29g
26.79%
Carbohydrates:48.86g
16.29%
Net Carbohydrates:46.87g
17.04%
Sugar:36.35g
40.39%
Cholesterol:24.62mg
8.21%
Sodium:210.08mg
9.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.54g
5.08%
Selenium:7.68µg
10.97%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.85%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.91%
Fiber:2g
8%
Folate:29.43µg
7.36%
Iron:1.11mg
6.19%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.09%
Vitamin C:4.79mg
5.8%
Copper:0.11mg
5.42%
Vitamin K:5.63µg
5.36%
Calcium:52.02mg
5.2%
Vitamin B3:1mg
4.98%
Phosphorus:46.79mg
4.68%
Magnesium:18.01mg
4.5%
Potassium:155.64mg
4.45%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.2%
Vitamin A:124.04IU
2.48%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.44%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.94%
Zinc:0.28mg
1.85%
Source:My Recipes