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Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Cultural Context

Pineapple Upside Down Cake is a classic American dessert that gained popularity in the 1920s and 1930s, often associated with home baking and family gatherings. Its unique presentation and sweet, caramelized flavor make it a favorite for celebrations and potlucks. The cake's origins may trace back to Hawaiian pineapple canning companies promoting their products, leading to its widespread appeal.

AmericanUSdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
pineapple slices
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon and 1/2 vanilla extract
1/4 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup milk

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

2

Melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in a baking dish in the oven.

3

Sprinkle 1/2 cup of brown sugar evenly over the melted butter.

4

Arrange pineapple slices around the edges of the dish.

5

In a separate bowl, beat together 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and 3/4 cup of sugar until light and fluffy.

6

Add 2 eggs and 1 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the mixture and mix well.

7

In another bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups of flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.

8

Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter and sugar mixture, alternating with 1/4 cup of pineapple juice and 1/4 cup of milk.

9

Pour the batter over the arranged pineapple in the baking dish.

10

Bake in the oven for 30 minutes.

11

After 30 minutes, cover the cake loosely with foil and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes.

12

Remove the cake from the oven and let it rest for 20 minutes.

13

Run a knife around the edge of the cake to loosen it.

14

Flip the cake onto a plate and serve.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Pineapple CakeUpside Down Cake

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