Description
This Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is the perfect blend of buttery caramelized pineapple and a light, fluffy cake that’s to die for! The sweetness of brown sugar and fresh pineapple, combined with a rich cake base, makes it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Serve it warm with whipped cream for an unforgettable dessert experience!
Ingredients
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For the Pineapple Topping:
- 1/2 cup real, unsalted butter
- 1 and 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 and 1/2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
For the Cake Batter:
- 2 and 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 and 1/2 cups milk + 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Topping:
- Preheat the oven and place the butter in a 9×13 glass baking pan. Let the butter melt in the oven.
- Once melted, evenly sprinkle brown sugar over the butter, then layer the pineapple chunks on top. Set aside.
- Make the Cake Batter:
- In a countertop mixer, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix by hand using a wire whisk.
- Add vegetable oil, milk, vinegar mixture, eggs, and vanilla. Mix on low for 30 seconds to combine.
- Increase the speed to high and beat for 3 minutes, scraping the sides of the bowl as necessary.
- Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter over the pineapple layer in the pan.
- Place the cake pan on a jelly roll pan or line the rack with aluminum foil.
- Bake at 350°F for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a couple of moist crumbs.
- Flip and Serve:
- Once baked, remove from the oven and gently loosen the sides with a butter knife.
- Place a clean jelly roll pan or large platter over the cake and carefully flip the pan over.
- Let the cake rest for 3 minutes before removing the pan so that the caramelized sugar drizzles over the top.
- Serve warm, at room temperature, or cold with whipped cream and maraschino cherries.
Notes
- For a rich, indulgent touch, serve with sweetened whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Be careful when flipping the cake to avoid spills. The caramelized topping will be hot!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 12 servings)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg