Dee's Cherry Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Bring a tropical twist to dessert time with Dee's Cherry Pineapple Upside Down Cake! This retro-inspired treat combines caramelized pineapple rings and vibrant maraschino cherries with a soft, buttery vanilla cake for a show-stopping dessert that's as stunning as it is delicious. An irresistible layer of melted butter and brown sugar creates a perfectly glossy topping that oozes with rich flavor when flipped out of the pan. The batter, infused with pineapple juice and a hint of vanilla, delivers a moist and tender crumb that complements the fruity topping perfectly. Ready in just over an hour, this simple yet impressive cake is perfect for holidays, potlucks, or any time you're in the mood for a nostalgic bake. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 7 pieces pineapple rings (canned, drained)
• 14 pieces maraschino cherries
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup pineapple juice (reserved from canned fruit)
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a 9-inch round cake pan in the oven. Once melted, swirl the butter around the pan to coat the sides, and then sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the melted butter.

Step 3

Arrange the pineapple rings on top of the brown sugar. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple ring and fill the gaps with additional cherries as desired.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Add the softened butter, milk, and reserved pineapple juice to the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until the ingredients come together, then increase the speed to medium and beat for 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the batter. Beat for another 2 minutes until smooth.

Step 7

Pour the batter evenly over the pineapple and cherries in the cake pan, spreading gently to cover all the fruit.

Step 8

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the cake.

Step 10

Place a serving plate or cake stand over the pan and carefully invert the cake. Tap the bottom of the pan gently before lifting it off to reveal the fruit topping.

Step 11

Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy your delicious Cherry Pineapple Upside Down Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1193.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3495.1

Total Fat 158.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 765.3mg	0%
Sodium 1511.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 500.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 361.8g
Protein 34.0g	0%

Vitamin D 192.0IU	0%
Calcium 391.2mg	0%
Iron 10.6mg	0%
Potassium 979.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.0%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 56.2%