Pineapple Upside-Down Pumpkin Gingerbread

Health score
6%
Pineapple Upside-Down Pumpkin Gingerbread
45 min.
10
436kcal

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Pineapple Upside-Down Pumpkin Gingerbread! This unique dessert combines the warm, spiced notes of gingerbread with the tropical sweetness of pineapple, creating a mouthwatering treat that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and family alike.

Imagine the aroma of cinnamon and ginger wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this scrumptious dish. The rich, moist pumpkin base pairs beautifully with the caramelized pineapple topping, making each bite a heavenly experience. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this show-stopping dessert without spending all day in the kitchen.

Not only is this Pineapple Upside-Down Pumpkin Gingerbread a feast for the senses, but it also offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. The combination of the soft, spiced cake and the juicy, tangy pineapple creates a harmonious blend that will leave everyone wanting more. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and don’t forget to top it off with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence!

Join us in creating this unforgettable dessert that celebrates the best of both worlds—pumpkin and pineapple. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cups all purpose flour 
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoons baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup pumpkin pure canned
  • large eggs 
  • 0.7 cup brown sugar packed ()
  • 1.3 teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.5 cup mild-flavored molasses light ()
  •  pineapple ripe peeled
  • tablespoons pineapple juice concentrate frozen thawed
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted room temperature (1 stick)
  • 0.5 cup water boiling
  • 10 servings whipped cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray9x9x2-inch metal baking pan with nonstickspray.
  2. Combine sugar, butter, pineapplejuice concentrate, and molasses in heavysmall saucepan. Bring to boil over mediumheat, whisking until sugar dissolves andsyrup is smooth; boil 1 minute.
  3. Pour evenlyinto prepared pan.
  4. Cut off one 1/3-inch-thick round frompineapple; cut out core.
  5. Place round insyrup in pan. Stand pineapple on end.
  6. Cutlengthwise into 1/3-inch-thick slices. Using3 round cutters of different sizes, cut outrounds from pineapple slices, avoidingcore. Arrange rounds close together insingle layer in free-form design in syrup.
  7. Whisk first 6 ingredients inmedium bowl. Beat butter in large bowluntil fluffy.
  8. Add sugar and beat to blend.Beat in eggs, 1 at a time. Beat in molasses,then pumpkin. Beat in dry ingredients justuntil blended, occasionally scraping downsides of bowl. Beat in 1/2 cup boiling water.
  9. Pour batter evenly into pan.
  10. Bake cake until tester inserted intocenter comes out clean, about 50 minutes.Cool cake in pan 45 minutes.
  11. Place platterover pan and invert.
  12. Let stand 5 minutes.Gently lift off pan.
  13. Serve cake warm or atroom temperature with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories436kcal
Protein4.28%
Fat23.99%
Carbs71.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.58
Glycemic Load
40.31
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
16.419130522272%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:436.25kcal
21.81%
Fat:11.97g
18.42%
Saturated Fat:7.05g
44.04%
Carbohydrates:80.56g
26.85%
Net Carbohydrates:78.11g
28.4%
Sugar:56.99g
63.33%
Cholesterol:66.16mg
22.05%
Sodium:449.16mg
19.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.81g
9.61%
Manganese:1.41mg
70.41%
Vitamin C:44.08mg
53.44%
Vitamin A:2338.63IU
46.77%
Selenium:15.28µg
21.82%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.08%
Folate:69.45µg
17.36%
Magnesium:64.53mg
16.13%
Iron:2.83mg
15.73%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.11%
Calcium:130.5mg
13.05%
Potassium:449.03mg
12.83%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.8%
Copper:0.25mg
12.72%
Vitamin B3:2.19mg
10.93%
Fiber:2.46g
9.84%
Phosphorus:90.38mg
9.04%
Vitamin B5:0.69mg
6.93%
Vitamin E:0.58mg
3.84%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.57%
Vitamin K:3.7µg
3.52%
Vitamin D:0.39µg
2.63%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.09%
Source:Epicurious