Deliciously Warm Upside-Down Pineapple Cake: A Sweetly Refreshing Retro Delight

Deliciously Warm Upside-Down Pineapple Cake: A Sweetly Refreshing Retro Delight

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Upside-Down Pineapple Cake is a classic dessert that brings a nostalgic and delightful touch to any table. With its caramelized pineapple rings and maraschino cherries topping a moist and fluffy cake, this visually stunning dessert is perfect for any occasion. Its sweet and tangy flavor, combined with a beautiful presentation, makes this cake a surefire hit.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup butter (half a stick)
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 can of pineapple slices in juice (20 oz), drained (reserve juice)
• 10 maraschino cherries without stems
• 1 box yellow cake mix
• Vegetable oil and eggs as called for on the cake mix box

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a 13×9-inch baking pan, melt 1/4 cup (half a stick) of butter in the oven. Once melted, remove the pan from the oven.
3. Sprinkle 1 cup of packed brown sugar evenly over the melted butter.
4. Arrange pineapple slices over the brown sugar. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple slice, and additional cherries around the slices if desired.
5. Prepare the cake mix as directed on the box, but substitute the water with the reserved pineapple juice (add water if needed to make the required amount of liquid).
6. Gently pour the batter over the pineapple and cherries in the pan, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake for 42-48 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then carefully run a knife around the sides to loosen it.
9. Place a heatproof serving plate upside down over the pan, then turn the plate and the pan over together to invert the cake onto the plate. Leave the pan over the cake for a few minutes so the brown sugar mixture can drip over the cake.
10. Remove the pan and allow the cake to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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This Upside-Down Pineapple Cake is sure to delight your family and friends with its vibrant look and delectable taste. Enjoy!