Cranberry Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipe
Indulge in a delightful Cranberry Pineapple Upside-Down Cake, a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors in every bite. This classic dessert is a showstopper for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Topping:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 7–8 pineapple rings (canned, drained)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
For the Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Topping: Pour melted butter into a 9-inch round cake pan, swirl to coat. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over butter. Arrange pineapple rings on top and fill spaces with cranberries.
- Prepare the Cake Batter: Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. In another bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, sour cream, and milk. Gradually add dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- Assemble and Bake: Spread batter over fruit in the pan. Bake for 40–45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10–15 minutes, then invert onto a plate. Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Enhance the flavor with a splash of pineapple juice or a pinch of cinnamon in the batter.
- Pair with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
