SPICED PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE

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I often bake this beautiful cake in my large cast-iron skillet and turn it out onto a pizza pan. -Jennifer Sergesketter, Newburgh, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/3 cups butter, softened, divided
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple slices, drained
10 to 12 maraschino cherries
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, melt 2/3 cup butter; stir in brown sugar. Spread in the bottom of an ungreased heavy 12-in. ovenproof skillet or a 13x9-in. baking pan. Arrange pineapple in a single layer over sugar mixture; place a cherry in the center of each slice. Sprinkle with pecans and set aside. , In a large bowl, cream sugar and remaining butter until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg; add alternately to batter with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. , Carefully pour over the pineapple. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 40 minutes for skillet, 50-60 minutes for baking pan. Immediately invert onto a serving platter. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509 calories, Fat 25g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 467mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (52g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

TP Saqafat
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This cake is a must-try for any pineapple upside-down cake lover. It's easy to make and absolutely delicious.


tayy hinton
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Ahmed Yare
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This cake is a hit with my family and friends. It's always the first to go at potlucks.


Abdul basir bangash
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I'm not a big fan of pineapple upside-down cake, but this recipe is a game-changer. The spices really add a special touch.


sahmirgacha Watts
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This cake is delicious and easy to make. I love the unique flavor of the spiced pineapple.


Atushar 725
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This recipe is a winner! The cake is light and fluffy, and the pineapple is perfectly caramelized. I'll definitely be making this again.


Salilia Allicock
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This cake is amazing! It's so moist and flavorful, and the pineapple is caramelized to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.


circleeh
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I love this recipe! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the pineapple is perfectly caramelized. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


YlhenGrace Abil
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5 stars! This cake is delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Sydney Sekgala
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


EASTWOOD MAKUNGU
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I'm not usually a big fan of pineapple upside-down cake, but this recipe changed my mind. The addition of spices really takes it to the next level.


Dilli Rana
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This cake was a hit at my dinner party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved the unique flavor of the spiced pineapple.


md mokhlechmia
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An absolute delight! The pineapple was caramelized to perfection, and the cake was moist and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy dessert.