Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
50 min.
10
367kcal

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If you're craving a sweet, indulgent treat that's both simple to make and full of flavor, look no further than this Pineapple Upside-Down Cake. This dairy-free dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a family gathering, a special celebration, or just a cozy treat for yourself. With its golden, caramelized pineapple topping, complemented by a soft and fluffy cake, every bite is a delicious combination of textures and tastes.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is how easy it is to prepare. Using a cast-iron skillet, you can create a stunning caramelized base with brown sugar, pecans, and the sweet tang of pineapple, all topped with a light, moist cake batter. This upside-down cake is not only visually impressive but also offers a satisfying balance of sweetness and texture, thanks to the maraschino cherries and the perfectly cooked pineapple rings.

And the best part? It’s a healthier alternative to traditional cakes, with reduced-fat ingredients and a dairy-free twist that doesn’t sacrifice on taste. In just 50 minutes, you’ll have a dessert that serves 10 people, perfect for sharing with loved ones. So, whether you’re a beginner baker or a seasoned pro, this Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.3 cup egg substitute 
  •  maraschino cherries with stems
  • 0.3 cup butter reduced-calorie
  • 0.3 cup pecans chopped
  • 15.3 ounce pineapple rings sliced canned
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 18.3 ounce cake mix yellow reduced-fat

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Melt margarine in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over low heat. Set aside 1 tablespoon margarine.
  2. Add sugar and pecans to margarine in skillet, stirring well.
  3. Drain pineapple, reserving 1/3 cup juice. Discard remaining juice. Arrange pineapple over sugar mixture.
  4. Combine reserved 1 tablespoon margarine, 1/3 cup juice, cake mix, egg substitute, and water. Beat at low speed of an electric mixer 30 seconds. Beat at medium speed 2 minutes.
  5. Pour batter over pineapple in skillet.
  6. Bake at 350 for 35 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately invert cake onto a serving platter.
  7. Place cherries in centers of pineapple rings.

Nutrition Facts

Calories367kcal
Protein3.37%
Fat24.46%
Carbs72.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1
Glycemic Load
0.02
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.7039130926132%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.39mg
Delphinidin
0.26mg
Catechin
0.26mg
Epigallocatechin
0.2mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:367.2kcal
18.36%
Fat:10.2g
15.69%
Saturated Fat:2.33g
14.57%
Carbohydrates:67.71g
22.57%
Net Carbohydrates:66.07g
24.03%
Sugar:46.19g
51.32%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:465.53mg
20.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.16g
6.33%
Phosphorus:180.3mg
18.03%
Calcium:141.1mg
14.11%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.68%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.04%
Folate:39.34µg
9.84%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.37%
Iron:1.54mg
8.56%
Copper:0.14mg
7.12%
Vitamin B3:1.39mg
6.96%
Fiber:1.64g
6.57%
Selenium:4.55µg
6.49%
Vitamin A:309.39IU
6.19%
Vitamin E:0.87mg
5.78%
Vitamin C:4.15mg
5.03%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.77%
Magnesium:18.89mg
4.72%
Potassium:131.46mg
3.76%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.49%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.81%
Vitamin K:1.99µg
1.9%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.33%
Source:My Recipes