Description
A delightful dessert featuring caramelized pineapple and a soft, moist cake, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 can (20 oz) sliced pineapples, drained
- 8 pieces maraschino cherries (optional)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and cook until bubbling for about 1 minute.
- Pour the butter and sugar mixture into the bottom of a cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Arrange the drained pineapple slices on top of the caramel layer, adding cherries if desired.
- Mix together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter over the pineapple layer in the pan.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate.
Notes
Add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for a delightful treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg