Dessert

Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Name: Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 9 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter; 2/3 cup packed brown sugar; 9 slices pineapple in juice (from 20-oz can), drained; 9 maraschino cherries without stems, if desired; 1 1/3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/3 cup shortening; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup milk; 1 egg

1 January 2025

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Total Time70 Mins

Serves9

Per Serving$0.48

Indulge in the delightful sweetness of a classic Pineapple Upside-Down Cake, a dessert that brings a tropical twist to any gathering. This charming cake is not only visually stunning with its vibrant pineapple rings and bright maraschino cherries, but it also offers a perfect balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The rich, buttery base combined with the caramelized brown sugar creates a luscious topping that seeps into the cake, making every bite a heavenly experience.

Dessert Eggs Pineapple Cherries

Method:

1
Heat oven to 350°F. In 9-inch square pan, melt butter in oven.
2
Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over melted butter. Arrange pineapple slices over brown sugar.
3
Place cherry in center of each pineapple slice.
4
In medium bowl, beat remaining ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on high speed 3 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
5
Pour batter over pineapple and cherries.
6
Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately place heatproof serving plate upside down over pan; turn plate and pan over. Leave pan over cake a few minutes so brown sugar mixture can drizzle over cake; remove pan.
7
Serve warm. Store cake loosely covered.

About this recipe

Ready in just 70 minutes, this recipe serves nine, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings, birthday celebrations, or simply a sweet treat to enjoy at home. With a calorie count of 389 per serving, it’s a delightful indulgence that won’t derail your day. The combination of all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and milk results in a moist and fluffy cake that pairs beautifully with the juicy pineapple and the sweet-tart cherries.

Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is easy to make and sure to impress. The process of flipping the cake to reveal the stunning topping is not only satisfying but also adds an element of surprise for your guests. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Adapted from Betty Crocker

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