OLD FASHIONED UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE

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A traditional pineapple upside-down cake cooked in a cast-iron skillet. I guess you could use a regular cake pan as well. I found in an article on "skillet" recipes years ago--sounded strange, but it is very good.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2/3 cup butter
2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 (16 ounce) can sliced pineapple
8 maraschino cherries
1 1/2 cups sifted cake flour
1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs, separated
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon lemon, zest of, freshly grated
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Melt 1/3 cup of the butter in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet; stir in brown sugar until well blended.
  • Drain pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons of the syrup.
  • Arrange pineapple slices close together in butter-sugar mixture.
  • Center each slice with a cherry.
  • Sift flour, baking powder and salt onto waxed paper.
  • Beat egg whites until foamy in medium bowl.
  • Beat in 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar a tablespoon at a time until meringue stands in soft peaks.
  • With same beater, beat remaining 1/3 cup butter with remaining 1/2 cup sugar until fluffy.
  • Beat in egg yolks, lemon rind, lemon juice and vanilla.
  • Blend flour mixture into creamed mixture alternately with sour cream and the 2 tablespoons reserved pineapple syrup.
  • Fold meringue until no streaks of white remain.
  • Pour over pineapple in skillet.
  • Bake in a 350° oven for 35 minutes or until center springs back when lightly touched with fingertip.
  • Cool cake in skillet on wire rack for 10 minutes; then invert over serving plate.
  • Allow skillet to remain over a cake a minute for syrup to drain from pan.
  • Serve warm or cold.

Lilliette Montoya
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I love the way the pineapple caramelizes on top of the cake. It's so good!


lexusANDwhai lexus
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This cake is a classic for a reason. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Ham Haman
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This cake is delicious! The pineapple topping is the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Asterplayerredkenny Africanjamaicanplatinumflower
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for potlucks and parties.


brooke croft
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This cake is a great make-ahead dessert. It can be made a day or two in advance, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.


Manal Marwan
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I love that this cake is made with simple ingredients. It's a great way to enjoy a classic dessert without all the fuss.


Robet Tebor
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This cake is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the pineapple topping is a nice touch.


Prem Pandey
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great.


Bertha Adams
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover pineapple. It's also a delicious and easy dessert to make.


Ednah Kanyimo
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I made this cake for a bake sale and it sold out in minutes. Everyone loved it!


Kuresh Khan
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This cake is delicious! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Aminu Fatima
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I made this cake for my family and they all loved it. It's a great recipe for a classic upside-down cake.


Firas K
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This cake is always a hit at parties. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.


Md momin Khan
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I'm not a big fan of pineapple, but I loved this cake. The cake itself is moist and flavorful, and the pineapple topping is the perfect amount of sweetness.


Muhammad sani Abubakar
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I love the combination of pineapple and brown sugar in this cake. It's a classic flavor combination that never disappoints.


Ehis Jummy
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out delicious.


Noluthando Magibisela
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


BABA GAMING
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This recipe is a keeper! The cake was delicious and the pineapple topping was caramelized to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.


JAMSHED HOSSEN RAKIB
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


eve
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This upside-down cake was a hit! It was moist and flavorful, and the pineapple topping was the perfect touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.