Description
Pineapple Upside Down Cake is a classic, cherished dessert known for its golden caramelized pineapple topping and moist cake base. Here is a detailed recipe compiled from trusted sources combining the best techniques and flavors:
Ingredients
1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices in juice, drained (reserve juice)
1 cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup unsalted butter
18 maraschino cherries, drained
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 large egg
½ cup reserved pineapple juice (adjust with water if needed to reach ½ cup)
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Melt butter in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over melted butter.
Arrange pineapple slices evenly over the brown sugar. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple ring and arrange remaining cherries between slices, pressing down gently.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
In a separate bowl, combine vegetable oil, egg, pineapple juice, and vanilla extract. Gradually add to dry ingredients and mix just until combined.
Pour batter gently over pineapple and cherries in the baking dish, smoothing the top.
Bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove from oven and let cool 5 minutes. Run a knife around edges to loosen cake and invert onto a serving platter so the pineapple topping is on top.
Cool completely before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320-370 kcal
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200-250mg
- Fat: 12-15g
- Saturated Fat: 6-8g
- Carbohydrates: 50-55g
- Protein: 3-5g