Ingredients
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter
– 1 cup packed brown sugar
– 1 can (20 ounces) sliced pineapple, drained
– Maraschino cherries (optional)
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup whole milk
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Making Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is an enjoyable process. Follow these easy steps to create your own delightful cake:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Pan: Melt the butter and pour it into a 9-inch round cake pan.
3. Add Brown Sugar: Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the melted butter, creating a base for the pineapples.
4. Arrange Pineapples: Arrange the drained pineapple slices over the sugar mixture. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple slice if desired.
5. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
7. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until smooth.
8. Pour Batter: Carefully pour the batter over the pineapples in the cake pan, ensuring an even distribution.
9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Cool: Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes.
11. Invert Cake: Carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate, allowing the pineapple layer to be on top.
With these simple steps, you’ll have a stunning Pineapple Upside-Down Cake that is ready to be enjoyed!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8-10
- Calories: 283 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 3g