Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipe is a timeless dessert featuring sweet caramelized pineapple slices, cherries, and a soft, fluffy white cake. It’s a visually striking treat made easy with pantry staples, perfect for both special occasions and everyday indulgence.
Ingredients for this Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipe:
- 1 (20 oz) can pineapple rings (reserve juice)
- 7 maraschino cherries
- 1 ½ cups brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup water (or as needed)
- 1 (15.25 oz) package white cake mix (e.g., Betty Crocker Super Moist)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large egg whites
Directions:
- Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). - Prepare Topping:
Melt the butter in a 9×13-inch or round cake pan. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over melted butter. Arrange pineapple rings on top, placing a maraschino cherry in each center. - Mix the Batter:
In a large bowl, combine cake mix, pineapple juice (add water to reach the amount listed on the cake mix box), oil, and egg whites. Beat until smooth. - Assemble and Bake:
Carefully pour the batter over the pineapple layer. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. - Cool and Flip:
Let the cake cool for 5–10 minutes. Run a knife around the edges, then place a serving plate over the pan and invert. Lift the pan gently.
Prep & Bake Time:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Bake Time: 40–45 minutes
- Cooling Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour 10 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving – ~12 servings):
- Calories: 340
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 53g
- Sugar: 35g
- Protein: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
This Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipe delivers impressive flavor and presentation with minimal effort. A perfect slice of nostalgia in every bite!
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