Best 6 Pineapple Rightside Up Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful Pineapple Rightside-Up Cake, a classic dessert with a captivating twist. This delectable cake features a moist and fluffy vanilla cake base topped with a luscious pineapple ring, caramelized to perfection. The tangy sweetness of the pineapple pairs harmoniously with the creamy vanilla cake, creating a symphony of flavors in every bite. This recipe includes variations to cater to diverse tastes, including a gluten-free option for those with dietary restrictions.

But that's not all! The article also offers a collection of delectable pineapple upside-down cake recipes that will tantalize your taste buds. From a luscious pineapple upside-down bundt cake to a charming mini pineapple upside-down cake, there's a recipe for every occasion. Each variation brings a unique twist to the classic, whether it's the moist texture of the bundt cake or the individual servings of the mini cakes.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article has everything you need to create an unforgettable pineapple upside-down cake. With detailed instructions, helpful tips, and stunning visuals, you'll be able to impress your family and friends with this iconic dessert. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey to pineapple upside-down cake perfection!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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Wow your friends and family with this classic pineapple upside-down cake. With tasting notes that boast fruity, gooey, caramelly goodness, it's no wonder why this has been a must-make favorite for generations. In our Easy Pineapple Upside-Down Cake recipe, save yourself some time with a fool-proof shortcut. With a box of Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix, you can have this impressive dessert prepped for the oven in just 15 minutes. With step-by-step directions, Betty's with you every step of the way in this incredible upside-down pineapple cake. Now just bake, flip and enjoy!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices in juice, drained, juice reserved
1 jar (6 oz) maraschino cherries without stems, drained
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix
Vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). In 13x9-inch pan, melt butter in oven. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over butter. Arrange pineapple slices on brown sugar. Place cherry in center of each pineapple slice, and arrange remaining cherries around slices; press gently into brown sugar.
  • Add enough water to reserved pineapple juice to measure 1 cup. Make cake batter as directed on box, substituting pineapple juice mixture for the water. Pour batter over pineapple and cherries.
  • Bake 42 to 48 minutes (44 to 53 minutes for dark or nonstick pan) or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately run knife around side of pan to loosen cake. Place heatproof serving plate upside down onto pan; turn plate and pan over. Leave pan over cake 5 minutes so brown sugar topping can drizzle over cake; remove pan. Cool 30 minutes. Serve warm or cool. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1/12 of Cake, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 41 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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The golden caramelized top gives this cake its distinctive look and taste.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature, plus 3 tablespoons (cut into small pieces) for preparing the top
1 cup sugar, plus 2/3 cup for preparing the top
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup milk
7 thin rounds cored pineapple

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  • With an electric mixer, cream 6 tablespoons butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; beat until combined. Add flour mixture in 3 additions alternately with the milk in 2, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix just until combined
  • In a 10-inch cast-iron (or ovenproof nonstick) skillet over low, add remaining sugar and butter and cook, stirring, until the mixture is a light caramel color. Remove from heat and top with pineapple rounds.
  • Carefully spoon batter over pineapples in skillet. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes.
  • Let cake cool in pan 5 minutes. Run a knife around edge of cake, then carefully invert onto a platter. Serve warm or at room temperature.

PINEAPPLE RIGHT-SIDE-UP CAKE



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Make and share this Pineapple Right-Side-Up Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped almonds
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice, drained
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup finely chopped almonds

Steps:

  • Cake: Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Beat until smooth, then pour into greased and floured 13x9-inch baking pan.
  • Bake at 350º until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Cool and frost.
  • Icing: Cream cheese and butter together; add sugar and vanilla. Beat well until smooth. Ice cake and sprinkle almonds on top.
  • Store cake in refrigerator until ready to serve.

CLASSIC PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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This pineapple upside-down cake is a classic recipe that never goes out of style! It's delicious with the traditional pineapple, but try it with peaches or a combination of cranberries and orange. -Bernardine Melton, Paola, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup butter, melted
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 can (20 ounces) sliced pineapple
1/2 cup chopped pecans
3 large eggs, separated, room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
9 maraschino cherries
Whipped topping, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In an ungreased 9-in. square baking pan, combine butter and brown sugar. Drain pineapple, reserving 1/3 cup juice. Arrange 9 pineapple slices in a single layer over sugar (refrigerate any remaining slices for another use). Sprinkle pecans over pineapple; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until thick and lemon-colored. Gradually add sugar, beating well. Blend in vanilla and reserved pineapple juice. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to batter, beating well. , In a small bowl with clean beaters, beat egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form; fold into batter. Spoon into pan., Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before inverting onto serving plate. Place a cherry in the center of each pineapple slice. If desired, serve with whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 193mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PINEAPPLE RIGHT-SIDE-UP CAKE



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Growing up I remember pineapple upside down cake being my dad's favorite. Tho mom never made it this way it brought back memories and is one that I keep saying I'm going to try as this sounds very good. Give it a try and let me know what you think and I also would welcome a photo if anyone does try this

Provided by Mandy Holmes @MilitaryMomx2

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 - eggs
1 1/2 cup(s) sugar
1 teaspoon(s) vanilla
20 ounce(s) can crushed pineapple, divided
2 1/4 cup(s) all purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoon(s) baking soda
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
1/2 cup(s) finely chopped walnuts
GLAZE
1/3 cup(s) evaporated milk
3/4 cup(s) confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup(s) butter or margarine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Beat eggs w/an electric mixer;gradually add sugar and vanilla. Continue beating mixture until it is a lemon color. Change speed to low and alternately add half the pineapple (undrained) and dry ingredients.
  • Spread batter on a lightly greased 15x10x3/4" jelly roll pan. Sprinkle walnuts over top. Bake 18-20 or until top is golden brown. Pour remaining pineapple (slightly drained) over cake.
  • To prepare glaze boil remaining ingredients 3-4 minutes until white and bubbly. Pour glaze over top of cake while still warm. Refrigerate for a few hrs before serving

PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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Can you imagine a world without pineapple upside-down cake? Neither can we! And this recipe is by far the greatest of all time. Brown sugar and butter create a rich, caramel glaze that coats juicy pineapple rings, maraschino cherries and a golden-brown cake-what's not to love? But the true secret to this cake's beauty is in the "flip" that happens when you remove it from the oven. It might sound intimidating, but it's so much easier than you think! The result is a picture-perfect upside-down pineapple cake made from scratch.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup butter
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
9 slices pineapple in juice (from 20-oz can), drained
9 maraschino cherries without stems, if desired
1 1/3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup shortening
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk
1 egg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 9-inch square pan, melt butter in oven. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over melted butter. Arrange pineapple slices over brown sugar. Place cherry in center of each pineapple slice.
  • In medium bowl, beat remaining ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on high speed 3 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour batter over pineapple and cherries.
  • Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately place heatproof serving plate upside down over pan; turn plate and pan over. Leave pan over cake a few minutes so brown sugar mixture can drizzle over cake; remove pan. Serve warm. Store cake loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg

Tips:

  • Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor. If using canned pineapple, be sure to drain it well.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking can result in a dry cake.
  • Let the cake cool completely before inverting it onto a serving plate. This will help prevent the cake from breaking.
  • Serve the cake with whipped cream, ice cream, or your favorite topping.

Conclusion:

Pineapple upside-down cake is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its moist, flavorful cake and sweet, caramelized pineapple topping, it's the perfect cake for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give this pineapple upside-down cake a try!

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