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Classic Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

This Classic Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is a delightful treat! With caramelized pineapple and cherries, it's sure to impress at any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Topping:
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 8 rings pineapple canned or fresh
  • Maraschino cherries
For the Cake:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk

Equipment

  • 9-inch Round Cake Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Directions:
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: In your 9-inch round cake pan, melt 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter in the oven. Sprinkle brown sugar over the melted butter.
  3. Step 3: Arrange pineapple rings on top of the brown sugar and add a Maraschino cherry in the center of each ring.
  4. Step 4: In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and Kosher salt.
  5. Step 5: Cream together 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
  6. Step 6: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in pineapple juice and vanilla extract.
  7. Step 7: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with whole milk.
  8. Step 8: Pour batter over the arranged pineapple and cherries, smoothing it out.
  9. Step 9: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  10. Step 10: Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
  • Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze slices for up to 3 months.
  • Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.