How do I make pineapple upside-down cake?

Indulge in a taste of the tropics with our classic pineapple upside-down cake recipe. A golden and caramelized treat that'll leave you wanting more!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make pineapple upside-down cake. Items include: Butter Brown sugar Pineapple slices Maraschino cherries Granulated sugar Eggs Vanilla extract All-purpose flour Baking powder Salt Milk

Butter ½ cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter
Brown sugar ¾ cup
Pineapple slices 1 can (20 ounces) or 6-8 fresh pineapple slices
Maraschino cherries 6-8 cherries
Granulated sugar 1 cup
Eggs 2
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
All-purpose flour 2 cups
Baking powder 1 tablespoon
Salt ½ teaspoon
Milk ¾ cup

Take note
Be careful when flipping the cake upside down as hot caramel can cause burns. Make sure to use oven mitts and handle the cake with care.

1

Prepare the pan

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter or cooking spray. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly on the bottom of the pan to create the caramelized topping.

2

Arrange the pineapple slices

Place pineapple slices on top of the brown sugar, arranging them in a single layer. You can use canned pineapple slices or fresh pineapple cut into thin rounds.

3

Add a cherry on top

In the center of each pineapple slice, place a maraschino cherry. Feel free to get creative and add as many cherries as you'd like!

4

Prepare the cake batter

In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.

5

Pour the batter

Carefully pour the cake batter over the pineapple slices, spreading it evenly. Use a spatula to smooth out the top.

6

Bake to perfection

Place the cake pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 5 minutes.

7

Flip and reveal

Place a serving plate on top of the cake pan, then carefully and swiftly flip the cake upside down onto the plate. Slowly lift the pan off the cake, allowing the caramelized topping and pineapple slices to beautifully reveal themselves. Ta-da!

8

Serve and enjoy

Slice into this heavenly creation and savor every bite. Serve warm or at room temperature. Be prepared to embrace the sweet and tangy flavors of the tropics!