Pineapple Right Side Up Snack Cake

The Pineapple Upside Down Cake gained popularity in the United States in the early 20th century and became a classic American dessert.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Pineapple Right Side Up Snack Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2560

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Dark Brown Sugar
• 6 Pineapple Rings
• 6 Maraschino Cherries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk.
6. In a small saucepan, melt the brown sugar over medium heat until it becomes a caramel-like consistency.
7. Pour the caramel into the greased cake pan.
8. Arrange the pineapple rings on top of the caramel, placing a maraschino cherry in the center of each ring.
9. Pour the cake batter over the pineapple rings and spread evenly.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
12. Invert the cake onto a serving platter, removing the pan.
13. Serve the Pineapple Right Side Up Snack Cake warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16g25%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 26g

Protein 4g8%

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