Pineapple Upside-Down Rum Cake

Health score
1%
Pineapple Upside-Down Rum Cake
95 min.
12
394kcal

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Indulge in a tropical delight with our Pineapple Upside-Down Rum Cake, a dessert that perfectly marries the sweetness of pineapple with the rich, warm notes of rum. This cake is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a feast for the eyes as well. Imagine a golden-brown cake topped with vibrant pineapple slices and bright red maraschino cherries, creating a stunning centerpiece for any gathering.

What makes this cake truly special is its unique preparation method. As it bakes, the butter and brown sugar create a luscious caramel that seeps into the cake, infusing it with a moist, rich flavor. The addition of pineapple rum elevates this dessert to a whole new level, making it a perfect choice for celebrations or a cozy evening at home.

Ready in just 95 minutes, this recipe serves 12, making it ideal for sharing with family and friends. Whether you serve it warm, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully, or at room temperature, this cake is sure to impress. With a caloric breakdown that balances indulgence and enjoyment, you can savor each bite without guilt. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that will transport you to a sunny paradise with every slice!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • cup brown sugar packed
  • 24  pineapple rings drained canned
  • 12  maraschino cherries drained
  • box cake mix yellow
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.5 cup rum 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • knife
  • baking pan
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. In 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, melt butter in oven.
  2. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over butter. Arrange pineapple slices in 4 rows by 3 rows over brown sugar.
  3. Place 1 cherry in center of each pineapple slice.
  4. In large bowl, beat cake mix, oil, eggs and 1 cup reserved pineapple juice with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
  5. Pour batter over pineapple and cherries.
  6. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until golden brown and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately run knife around edges of baking dish to loosen cake. Cool 5 minutes.
  7. Place heatproof serving plate upside down onto baking dish; turn plate and dish over.
  8. Remove dish.
  9. Brush rum over warm cake. Cool 30 minutes.
  10. Serve warm or cool. Store loosely covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories394kcal
Protein3.82%
Fat19%
Carbs77.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.42
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
7.3469564603723%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:393.66kcal
19.68%
Fat:8.03g
12.36%
Saturated Fat:3.76g
23.51%
Carbohydrates:73.41g
24.47%
Net Carbohydrates:71.25g
25.91%
Sugar:54.67g
60.75%
Cholesterol:51.09mg
17.03%
Sodium:366.25mg
15.92%
Alcohol:3.34g
100%
Alcohol %:1.97%
100%
Protein:3.63g
7.27%
Phosphorus:165.74mg
16.57%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.74%
Calcium:134.36mg
13.44%
Vitamin C:10.72mg
12.99%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.34%
Folate:40.49µg
10.12%
Copper:0.18mg
8.94%
Iron:1.56mg
8.69%
Fiber:2.16g
8.64%
Selenium:5.4µg
7.72%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.27%
Vitamin B3:1.35mg
6.77%
Magnesium:24.67mg
6.17%
Potassium:203.56mg
5.82%
Vitamin K:5.83µg
5.55%
Vitamin E:0.8mg
5.3%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.98%
Vitamin A:236.83IU
4.74%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.58%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.66%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.48%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.47%