Classic Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Classic Pineapple Upside Down Cake recipe pinit

The Pineapple Upside Down Cake became popular in the early 20th century when canned pineapple became more widely available.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 8 Calories: 2800
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Arrange pineapple slices in a single layer on the bottom of the pan. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple slice.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In a separate large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
  6. Pour the batter over the pineapple slices in the cake pan, spreading it evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert it onto a serving plate. Gently remove the pan and let the cake cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g24%
Total Carbohydrate 52g18%
Sugars 38g
Protein 3g6%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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