Best 8 Rhubarb Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipes

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Calling all dessert enthusiasts! If you're searching for a luscious and tantalizing treat that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise, look no further than the delectable rhubarb pineapple upside down cake. This captivating delicacy combines the vibrant flavors of sweet pineapple and tart rhubarb, harmoniously nestled atop a buttery caramelized sugar base, and crowned with a moist, tender cake. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where the tangy-sweet flavors of rhubarb and pineapple dance in perfect harmony, creating an unforgettable dessert experience that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

RHUBARB PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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Not your typical rhubarb cake! The pineapple and marshmallows add a little twist! It'll be eaten up in a flash!

Provided by Marne

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Upside-Down Cake Recipes     Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained with juice reserved
3 cups chopped rhubarb
½ cup white sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 (3 ounce) package strawberry flavored Jell-O®
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the pineapple, rhubarb, white sugar, brown sugar, gelatin, and marshmallows. Pour evenly in the bottom of the prepared pan. In the same bowl, prepare the cake mix according to package directions, substituting the reserved pineapple juice for the as much water in the recipe as you can. pour over the fruit, and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Invert the cake onto a serving platter while still warm, or cut into pieces, and turn upside-down when serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.5 calories, Carbohydrate 57.7 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 260.8 mg, Sugar 46.7 g

RHUBARB UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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I've baked this cake every spring for many years, and my family loves it! Use your own fresh rhubarb, hit up a farmers market or find a neighbor who will trade stalks for the recipe! -Helen Breman, Mattydale, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup butter, melted
BATTER
1/4 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup 2% milk
Sweetened whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Place rhubarb in a greased 10-in. cast-iron or other heavy ovenproof skillet. Combine sugar, flour and nutmeg; sprinkle over rhubarb. Drizzle with butter; set aside. For batter, in a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until blended. Beat in the egg. Combine the flour, baking powder, nutmeg and salt. Gradually add to egg mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., Spread over rhubarb mixture. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. Loosen edges immediately and invert onto a serving dish. Serve warm. If desired, serve with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

RHUBARB UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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This cake has a crumb "topping" that actually ends up on the bottom. Each bite has a surprisingly crunchy texture.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield Makes one 9-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
Coarse salt
1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for buttering pan
1 pound rhubarb, trimmed and cut on a very sharp diagonal about 1/2 inch thick
1 3/4 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest plus 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
2 large eggs
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Make the topping: Stir together butter, flour, sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until moist and crumbly.
  • Make the cake: Butter a 9-inch round cake pan (2 inches deep). Dot with 4 tablespoons butter (cut into pieces). Toss rhubarb with 3/4 cup sugar; let stand for 2 minutes. Toss again, and spread in pan.
  • Whisk together flour, baking powder, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Beat remaining stick butter and cup sugar with a mixer on medium speed until pale and fluffy. Beat in zest and juice. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time, until incorporated, scraping down sides of bowl. Beat in flour mixture in 3 additions, alternating with sour cream, until smooth. Spread evenly over rhubarb. Crumble topping evenly over batter.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and top springs back when touched, about 1 hour. Let cool for 10 minutes. Run a knife around edge of cake, and invert onto a wire rack. Let cool completely.

HOMEMADE RHUBARB UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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This light and airy yellow cake is moist but not too sweet, and the caramelized rhubarb topping adds tangy flavor and visual appeal. We like it served with strawberry ice cream. -Joyce Rowe, Stratham, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2/3 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2-1/4 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb
4-1/2 teaspoons sugar
BATTER:
6 tablespoons butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs, separated, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and butter. Spread into a greased 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet. Layer with rhubarb; sprinkle with sugar. Set aside., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. , In a small bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Gradually fold into creamed mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time. Gently spoon over rhubarb. , Bake until cake springs back when lightly touched, 40-50 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm, with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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This retro pineapple upside-down cake makes a fun centrepiece for afternoon tea and brings back many childhood memories

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Afternoon tea, Snack, Treat

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 10

50g softened butter
50g light soft brown sugar
7 pineapple rings in syrup, drained and syrup reserved
7 glacé cherries
100g softened butter
100g golden caster sugar
100g self-raising flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4.
  • For the topping, beat 50g softened butter and 50g light soft brown sugar together until creamy. Spread over the base and a quarter of the way up the sides of a 20cm round cake tin. Arrange 7 pineapple rings on top (reserving the syrup for later), then place 7 glacé cherries in the centres of the rings.
  • Place 100g softened butter, 100g golden caster sugar, 100g self-raising flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp vanilla extract and 2 eggs in a bowl along with 2 tbsp of the reserved pineapple syrup. Using an electric whisk, beat to a soft consistency.
  • Spoon into the tin on top of the pineapple and smooth it out so it's level. Bake for 35 mins. Leave to stand for 5 mins, then turn out onto a plate. Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 49 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 36 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.87 milligram of sodium

EASY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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Wow your friends and family with this classic pineapple upside-down cake. With tasting notes that boast fruity, gooey, caramelly goodness, it's no wonder why this has been a must-make favorite for generations. In our Easy Pineapple Upside-Down Cake recipe, save yourself some time with a fool-proof shortcut. With a box of Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix, you can have this impressive dessert prepped for the oven in just 15 minutes. With step-by-step directions, Betty's with you every step of the way in this incredible upside-down pineapple cake. Now just bake, flip and enjoy!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices in juice, drained, juice reserved
1 jar (6 oz) maraschino cherries without stems, drained
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix
Vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). In 13x9-inch pan, melt butter in oven. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over butter. Arrange pineapple slices on brown sugar. Place cherry in center of each pineapple slice, and arrange remaining cherries around slices; press gently into brown sugar.
  • Add enough water to reserved pineapple juice to measure 1 cup. Make cake batter as directed on box, substituting pineapple juice mixture for the water. Pour batter over pineapple and cherries.
  • Bake 42 to 48 minutes (44 to 53 minutes for dark or nonstick pan) or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately run knife around side of pan to loosen cake. Place heatproof serving plate upside down onto pan; turn plate and pan over. Leave pan over cake 5 minutes so brown sugar topping can drizzle over cake; remove pan. Cool 30 minutes. Serve warm or cool. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1/12 of Cake, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 41 g, TransFat 0 g

RHUBARB UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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Make and share this Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Terri F.

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups rhubarb, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 1/2 cups flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup butter, melted
2/3 cup milk
1 egg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Place rhubarb in a greased 10-inch cast iron skillet.
  • Mix sugar, flour and nutmeg for topping and sprinkle over rhubarb.
  • Drizzle with 1/4 cup of melted butter.
  • In a separate bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
  • Add butter, milk, and egg and beat until smooth.
  • Spread batter over rhubarb mixture.
  • Bake for 35 minutes, or until toothpick in center comes out clean.
  • Loosen edges immediately and invert onto serving dish.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.5, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 56.6, Sodium 241, Carbohydrate 66.4, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 44.3, Protein 4.6

RHUBARB UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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The rhubarb, which is added raw, gives tangy yet tender flavor to this buttery, vanilla-infused cake.

Provided by Laka

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

600 g rhubarb, washed, cleaned and cut into small sticks
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup light muscovado sugar
2 cups cake flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
280 g butter, at room temperature
1 cup demerara sugar
1 cup caster sugar
1 lemon, zest of, grated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 eggs
1/3 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine rhubarb, cornstarch and Muscovado sugar. In another bowl, sift the cake flour, baking powder and salt and set aside.
  • In a small skillet, mix the brown sugar and 50 g of butter. Place over medium heat and stir until smooth and bubbling. Keep warm.
  • With a hand held mixer beat 230 g butter and caster sugar until light. Add lemon zest and vanilla extract. Cream until light and fluffy, scraping down sides often.
  • Add eggs, one at a time. Mix to combine after each addition.
  • Beat in the sour cream and lemon juice (it may look curdled at this point). Add the flour mixture, 1/3 cup at a time, until combined.
  • Line bottom and sides of 9-inch spring-form pan with parchment paper. Wrap two layers of foil in the pan and place it on a baking sheet (to prevent leaking).
  • Pour the brown sugar mixture into the prepared spring-form pan, then add the rhubarb. Pour the batter over everything, smoothing it over.
  • Bake the cake in the oven at 160?C for 1 hour or until a cake tester comes out clean.
  • Cool (with the foil turned down a bit) on a wire rack for only 15 minutes. Run a knife around the cake, place a plate on top and turn it upside down. Removed the foil and released the spring-form sides carefully.
  • Cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.9, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 86.4, Sodium 250.9, Carbohydrate 47.5, Fiber 1, Sugar 32.4, Protein 3.6

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe pineapple. This will give your cake the best flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before inverting it onto a serving plate. This will help prevent the cake from breaking.
  • Serve the cake with whipped cream, ice cream, or your favorite topping.

Conclusion:

Rhubarb pineapple upside-down cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet pineapple and tart rhubarb is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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