Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipe
Description: 🍍🥥🎂 Delight in the tropical flavors of this Pineapple Upside-Down Cake, a delightful dessert that combines the sweetness of pineapple with the nuttiness of pecans, all topped with a decadent brown sugar sauce. This recipe is a fusion of inspiration from various sources, with a special twist: if you have coconut butter on hand, it can be used to replace the shortening, enhancing the cake with its rich coconut flavor and making it even more irresistible!
Total Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Fresh pineapple |
| 2/3 | Cup pecan pieces |
| 1/2 | Cup butter |
| 7 | Tablespoons brown sugar |
| 3/4 | Cup all-purpose flour |
| 1 1/2 | Teaspoons baking powder |
| 2 1/2 | Tablespoons shortening or coconut butter |
| 1/3 | Teaspoon salt |
| 1/4 | Cup sugar |
| 1/2 | Teaspoon vanilla extract |
| 1 | Egg |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Brown Sugar Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of pineapple juice to the melted butter.
- Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
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Arrange Pineapple and Pecans:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange slices of fresh pineapple and pecan pieces in the bottom of a cake pan.
- Pour the prepared brown sugar sauce evenly over the pineapple and pecans, ensuring they are well-coated.
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Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a small bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a larger bowl, add the shortening (or coconut butter) and beat with a mixer for about 30 seconds until creamy.
- Gradually add the sugar to the shortening and beat for another minute until well combined.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
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Incorporate the Flour Mixture:
- Begin adding the flour mixture and 3/4 cup of pineapple juice to the wet ingredients, alternating between the two and mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- The batter should be smooth and thick yet pourable.
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Bake the Cake:
- Pour the cake batter over the arranged pineapple and pecans in the cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Place the cake pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve:
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate, allowing the pineapple slices and pecans to become the topping.
- Serve slices of the Pineapple Upside-Down Cake warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the tropical flavors with every bite!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 632.7
- Total Fat: 32.6g
- Saturated Fat: 12.2g
- Cholesterol: 70.9mg
- Sodium: 368.1mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 82.7g
- Fiber: 2.9g
- Sugars: 53.8g
- Protein: 5.8g
Recipe Notes:
- For an extra burst of tropical flavor, consider adding shredded coconut to the cake batter.
- Serve the cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for longer shelf life. Warm individual slices before serving if desired.
