Pineapple Upside-Down Bundt Cake

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Pineapple Upside-Down Bundt Cake
120 min.
12
288kcal

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Indulge in the delightful sweetness of a classic dessert with a twist: the Pineapple Upside-Down Bundt Cake. This charming cake combines the tropical flavors of juicy pineapple and vibrant maraschino cherries, all beautifully arranged in a stunning Bundt shape. Perfect for gatherings, celebrations, or simply a sweet treat at home, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends.

With a preparation time of just 120 minutes, you can easily whip up this crowd-pleaser that serves 12 people. The rich, buttery base is complemented by the caramelized brown sugar and pineapple topping, creating a luscious contrast to the moist cake. Each slice reveals a stunning presentation, making it not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. The use of a boxed cake mix simplifies the process, allowing you to focus on the fun part—layering the pineapple and cherries! Serve it warm for a comforting dessert or chilled for a refreshing treat. No matter how you choose to enjoy it, the Pineapple Upside-Down Bundt Cake is bound to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  •  pineapple rings drained (from 20-oz can)
  •  maraschino cherries drained
  • box cake mix yellow
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  •  eggs 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • cake form
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Generously spray 12-cup fluted tube cake pan with baking spray with flour.
  2. Pour melted butter evenly in bottom of pan.
  3. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over butter.
  4. Place pineapple slices over sugar; press in lightly.
  5. Place 1 cherry in center of each pineapple slice.
  6. Add enough water to reserved pineapple juice to measure 1 cup. In large bowl, beat cake mix, pineapple juice, oil and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
  7. Pour batter over pineapple and cherries.
  8. Bake 36 to 41 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  9. Remove from oven; cool 20 minutes. Run metal spatula around outer and inside edge of pan to loosen cake.
  10. Place heatproof serving plate upside down over pan; turn plate and pan over.
  11. Remove pan. Cool 45 minutes.
  12. Serve warm or cool. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories288kcal
Protein4.96%
Fat32.6%
Carbs62.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.17
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.8991304998812%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:288.42kcal
14.42%
Fat:10.58g
16.27%
Saturated Fat:3.28g
20.52%
Carbohydrates:45.59g
15.2%
Net Carbohydrates:44.63g
16.23%
Sugar:28.19g
31.32%
Cholesterol:59.58mg
19.86%
Sodium:351.14mg
15.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.62g
7.24%
Phosphorus:165.41mg
16.54%
Vitamin K:12.83µg
12.22%
Calcium:109.39mg
10.94%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.2%
Folate:37.73µg
9.43%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.97%
Selenium:5.99µg
8.56%
Vitamin E:1.11mg
7.38%
Iron:1.28mg
7.1%
Vitamin B3:1.1mg
5.48%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.48%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.08%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.92%
Copper:0.08mg
3.89%
Fiber:0.97g
3.87%
Vitamin C:2.68mg
3.25%
Vitamin A:152.88IU
3.06%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
2.96%
Magnesium:10.9mg
2.73%
Potassium:83.01mg
2.37%
Zinc:0.34mg
2.29%
Vitamin D:0.29µg
1.96%