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Indulge in a Classic Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Classic Pineapple Upside Down Cake made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 can 20 oz pineapple slices
  • Maraschino cherries for garnish
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Melt the butter in a 9-inch round cake pan.
  • Sprinkle brown sugar over the melted butter in the pan.
  • Arrange the pineapple slices on top of the brown sugar mixture and place cherries in the centers.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Pour the batter over the arranged pineapples and cherries in the pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy!