Granny Greta's Upside Down Cake

Discover the timeless charm of Granny Greta's Upside Down Cake, a classic dessert that brings generations of flavor to the table. This retro-inspired treat features a buttery caramel layer topped with perfectly arranged pineapple rings and bright maraschino cherries, creating a show-stopping presentation. The tender vanilla sponge cake, infused with the subtle sweetness of pineapple juice, bakes to golden perfection before being flipped to reveal the luscious, caramelized topping. Ready in just over an hour, this nostalgic favorite is ideal for family gatherings, potlucks, or whenever you're craving a homemade slice of sweetness. Serve it warm for an irresistible dessert that melts in your mouth! Keywords: Classic upside-down cake, pineapple upside-down cake, caramelized pineapple cake, nostalgic dessert recipe, Granny Greta's cake recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup light brown sugar
• 8 pieces pineapple rings (canned, juice reserved)
• 8 pieces maraschino cherries
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup pineapple juice (reserved from the canned pineapples)
• 0.25 cup whole milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Melt 6 tablespoons of butter in a 9-inch round cake pan over low heat or in the microwave. Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar over the melted butter to create a caramel layer.

Step 3

Place the pineapple rings on top of the brown sugar layer, arranging them in a circular pattern. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple ring.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 7

In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the reserved pineapple juice and milk.

Step 8

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three batches, alternating with the pineapple juice and milk mixture. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.

Step 9

Pour the batter evenly over the pineapple and cherry layer in the cake pan, spreading it out with a spatula if needed.

Step 10

Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 11

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edges to loosen the cake, then carefully invert it onto a serving plate.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy this delightful treat with family or friends!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1815.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4063.5

Total Fat 182.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 823.7mg	0%
Sodium 2320.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 603.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 434.4g
Protein 38.4g	0%

Vitamin D 165.2IU	0%
Calcium 406.3mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 1775.5mg	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: 39.0%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 57.4%