Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cake is a classic dessert that is so simple to make from scratch. It’s perfect for a weeknight dessert and delicious enough for birthdays and special occasions.

If you love pineapple desserts like the classic Pineapple Dump Cake, or this Lemon-Pineapple Poke Cake or Pineapple No Bake Cheesecake, this upside down cake is a surefire winner. We also love this easy Strawberry Pineapple Dump Cake for a delicious dessert.

Simple & Homemade – Made from scratch with basic pantry ingredients for a deliciously easy dessert.Classic & Delicious – Buttery caramelized pineapple and cherries create the perfect sweet and nostalgic flavor.Moist & Crowd-Pleasing – Soft, fluffy cake with a rich, fruity topping that’s always a hit!

Ingredients for Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe

• butter
• brown sugar
• can sliced pineapple
• eggs
• sugar
• vanilla extract
• all purpose flour
• baking powder
• kosher salt
• maraschino cherries

I adapted this recipe from the Taste of Home upside down cake and it is the easiest version I’ve ever made.

How to Make Pineapple Upside Down Cake

1. Pour melted butter into a 9 x 9 inch baking dish.

2. Top with brown sugar.

3. Drain pineapple slices, reserving the juice.
4. Layer 9 pineapple rings over brown sugar and set aside.

5. In a mixer bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form, set aside.

6. In another large bowl, combine egg yolks with sugar, vanilla and 1/3 cup pineapple juice using a whisk or wooden spoon.

7. Add flour, baking powder and salt.

8. Stir just until combined.

9. Add whipped egg whites to the mixture.

10. Fold in egg whites until incorporated.

11. Pour cake batter over pineapple and smooth evenly.

12. Bake for 30- 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
13. Remove from oven and set on a wire rack to cool 10 minutes.

14. Drain cherries on a paper towel to remove excess juice and set aside.

15. Invert onto a serving platter by laying the plate over the cake pan and then flipping it over.

16. Place a cherry into the center of each pineapple ring.

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Recipe Variations

• Cast Iron Directions: This cake can also be made in a 10 inch cast iron skillet, but can reduce cooking time. Check for doneness at about 25 minutes.
• Round Cake Pan: You can also bake it in a 9 inch round cake pan or a deep pie dish.
• Nuts: f you would like to add pecans to the brown sugar topping, sprinkle 1/2 cup chopped pecans over brown sugar before adding the batter.

How to Store

• Storage: Store covered in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
• Freezing: Pineapple Upside Down Cake can be frozen up to 30 days. Wrap in several layers of plastic wrap plus a layer of foil.

Easy cakes that don’t require any fancy decoration skills are my favorite. This homemade pineapple upside down cake recipe is one of the easiest and most delicious desserts that I’ve ever made. Add it to your baking list and give it a try this week!

This Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cake is a timeless dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! With its buttery caramelized topping and soft, fluffy cake, it’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Don’t wait—gather your ingredients and bake this irresistible treat today!

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