Pineapple Upside Down Cake

INGREDIENTS

• 1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices, drained (reserve juice)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 6 maraschino cherries
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1/4 cup pineapple juice (reserved from can)

Recipe

Step 1: Prepare the Pan

- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.

- In the prepared pan, melt 1/4 cup of butter in the oven as it preheats.

- Once melted, remove from the oven and evenly sprinkle 3/4 cup of brown sugar over the butter.

- Arrange the pineapple slices on top of the brown sugar in a circular pattern.

- place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple slice.

Step 2: Make the Cake Batter

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

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

- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk and pineapple juice.

- beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 3: Assemble the Cake

- Pour the cake batter evenly over the arranged pineapple slices in the pan.

- Spread the batter gently with a spatula to ensure even coverage.

Step 4: Bake the Cake

- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.

Step 5: Flip the Cake

- After the cake has cooled slightly, run a knife around the edges of the cake to loosen it from the pan.

- Carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate.

- Allow the pan to sit for a few moments before lifting it off to reveal the pineapple upside-down pattern.

Step 6: Serve and Enjoy

- Serve the cake warm or at room temperature.

- It can be enjoyed as is or topped with whipped cream or ice cream for an extra treat!