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SUPER-SECRET RECIPE FOR THE BEST TASTING PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE EVER

A classic pineapple upside-down cake with caramelized brown sugar, juicy pineapple rings and a tender buttery cake — simple to make and perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 0.67 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted for topping
  • 8 slices canned pineapple rings drained
  • 8 pieces maraschino cherries optional, for garnish
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened for batter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup milk whole or 2% for best texture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar and melted butter until smooth. Spread the mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared pan.
  • Arrange the pineapple rings over the brown sugar mixture in a single layer. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each ring if using.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter until light. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Pour the batter evenly over the pineapple rings and smooth the top with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edge to loosen, then place a serving plate over the pan and invert the cake onto the plate. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For extra flavor, soak pineapple rings in a tablespoon of rum before arranging. Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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