Upside Down Pineapple Cake Recipe
Indulge in our delightful Upside Down Pineapple Cake, where sweet caramelized pineapple slices melt into a moist, buttery cake. Each bite offers a perfect balance of tropical sweetness and rich flavor, topped off with a luxurious glaze that will transport your taste buds to paradise. Perfect for any occasion, this classic dessert is sure to leave you craving more!
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Topping
In a small saucepan, melt the brown sugar and butter over medium heat. Stir until combined and smooth. Pour the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9-inch round cake pan.
- 2
Arrange Pineapple and Cherries
Arrange the pineapple slices over the brown sugar mixture and place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple slice.
- 3
Make the Cake Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add softened butter and mix until crumbly. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and milk, then mix until smooth and well combined.
- 4
Combine and Bake
Pour the cake batter over the pineapple and cherry arrangement in the cake pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 5
Cool and Serve
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a serving plate. Serve warm or at room temperature.
