🍍 Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipe 🍍
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Calories: 3607.7
Fat Content: 89g
Saturated Fat Content: 51g
Cholesterol Content: 750.8mg
Sodium Content: 1650.1mg
Carbohydrate Content: 678.3g
Fiber Content: 5.3g
Sugar Content: 526.4g
Protein Content: 39.7g
Servings: 1 cake
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the tropics with this classic Pineapple Upside-Down Cake recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a weekend treat. With the sweetness of pineapple and the moist, tender cake, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
Keywords: Pineapple, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, < 60 Mins
Ingredients:
- 1 can crushed pineapple
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 eggs
- 3 egg whites
Instructions:
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Prepare Pineapple Mixture:
- In a saucepan, combine crushed pineapple, brown sugar, and 3 tablespoons of butter.
- Cook over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is bubbly, stirring occasionally. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
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Prepare Cake Batter:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together sugar and 1/3 cup of butter until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with eggs, until well combined.
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Fold in Egg Whites:
- In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the cake batter until evenly incorporated.
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Assemble the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Pour the browned pineapple mixture into the cake pans, spreading it evenly and up the sides.
- Carefully pour the cake batter over the pineapple mixture, spreading it evenly to cover.
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Bake:
- Place the cake pans in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes.
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Serve:
- After cooling slightly, invert the cakes onto serving plates.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Enjoy the tropical sweetness of your homemade Pineapple Upside-Down Cake!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 3607.7
- Fat: 89g
- Saturated Fat: 51g
- Cholesterol: 750.8mg
- Sodium: 1650.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 678.3g
- Fiber: 5.3g
- Sugar: 526.4g
- Protein: 39.7g
Notes:
- For added flair, you can garnish your Pineapple Upside-Down Cake with maraschino cherries or toasted coconut before serving.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to accommodate your serving needs.
- Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Feel free to experiment with different fruits, such as peaches or cherries, for a unique twist on this classic dessert.
