Delicious Pineapple Upside-Down Cake That Will Wow Guests
A nostalgic and easy-to-make Pineapple Upside-Down Cake topped with caramelized pineapple and cherries, perfect for any gathering.
Equipment
- cake pan
- - Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
For the Topping
- 1/2 cup Melted Butter Ensure it’s fully melted for even mixing.
- 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Can be swapped with coconut sugar for unique flavor.
- 20 oz Pineapple Rings (can in juice) Fresh pineapple can be used for a fresher taste.
- 1 cup Maraschino Cherries Substitute with fresh or tart frozen cherries if desired.
For the Cake
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend if needed.
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for best results.
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt Regular salt works fine as an alternative.
- 1/2 cup Softened Butter Ensure it’s softened for easy mixing.
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar for a different flavor.
- 1 large Egg For vegan, use a flax egg.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for a twist.
- 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute.
- 1/2 cup Pineapple Juice Use juice from canned pineapple rings for convenience.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix the melted butter and brown sugar until well combined. Pour this mixture into a greased cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Gently place the pineapple rings over the butter-sugar mix, adding maraschino cherries in the center of each ring.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until blended.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter with granulated and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and sour cream until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with pineapple juice until completely combined.
- Pour the batter over the arranged fruit in the pan and bake at 350°F for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for around 5 minutes before flipping it onto a serving platter.
Notes
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.