Perfect Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Indulge in the tropical delight of Perfect Pineapple Upside Down Cake, a dessert that effortlessly combines moist cake with sweet, caramelized pineapple and vibrant cherries. This eye-catching treat is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to birthday celebrations. With its inviting flavors and stunning presentation, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. Easy to prepare and versatile in serving options, this cake can be enjoyed warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or at room temperature alongside a cup of coffee. Get ready to transport your taste buds to paradise with this delightful dessert!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup salted butter (melted)
- 1 (20-ounce) can sliced pineapple (drained)
- 12 maraschino cherries
- 1 ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup milk
- ¼ cup pineapple juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Spray a 9-inch cake pan with cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and melted salted butter. Spread it evenly on the bottom of the prepared cake pan.
- Press the pineapple slices between paper towels to remove excess moisture. Arrange them in the bottom and sides of the pan, placing maraschino cherries in between.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened unsalted butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add in the egg, sour cream, milk, and pineapple juice; mix until just combined.
- Fold in the dry ingredients until smooth.
- Pour batter over arranged pineapples and bake for 45–50 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10–15 minutes before carefully inverting onto a plate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg