Description
Upside down pineapple cake is a delightful dessert that combines a moist, fluffy cake with luscious caramelized pineapple rings. This nostalgic treat is perfect for any occasion, bringing warmth and sweetness to gatherings or quiet afternoons at home. With its stunning presentation and irresistible flavor, this cake will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (20 oz) canned pineapple rings, well-drained
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round 9-inch baking pan with butter.
- Melt butter in the baking pan over low heat, sprinkle brown sugar evenly, and arrange pineapple rings on top.
- In a mixing bowl, beat granulated sugar and eggs until fluffy. Add vanilla extract then gradually fold in flour mixed with baking powder.
- Pour batter over pineapples and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown. Test doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool for 10 minutes before flipping onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 256
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 142mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating a splash of rum into the batter or topping with fresh berries. Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.