Traditional Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

A delightful dessert classic, the Traditional Pineapple Upside-Down Cake combines sweet caramelized pineapples with a moist buttery cake. Perfect for enhancing your dessert table with a tropical twist.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 50 minutes
Serves: 8

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter

1 cup packed brown sugar

1 can (20 oz) sliced pineapples, drained

10 maraschino cherries

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1 1/2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup milk

1/3 cup vegetable oil

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 large eggs

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Melt the butter in a 9-inch round cake pan over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the butter.

3. Arrange the pineapple slices over the sugar mixture and place a cherry in the center of each pineapple ring.

4. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

5. In another bowl, combine milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs.

6. Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.

7. Pour the batter over the arranged pineapples and cherries.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully invert onto a serving plate.

Storage

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Reheating

Reheat individual slices in the microwave for 20-30 seconds until warm.

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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.