Indulge in a culinary adventure with our guide to creating the ultimate spicy pineapple upside-down cake. This tantalizing dessert combines the sweetness of caramelized pineapple with a hint of heat, resulting in a delectable treat that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our carefully curated collection of recipes offers something for everyone. From classic versions to innovative twists, discover the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings for this unique and flavorful cake.
Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!
CARIBBEAN PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE
We reimagined this classic cake with a kick. The chiles (which get candied) are reminiscent of the maraschino cherries that would typically top a traditional version of this sweet.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 2h35m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the caramel topping: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter just the sides of a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Stir the sugar and 1/3 cup water in a medium saucepan over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Cook, no longer stirring, but gently swirling the saucepan occasionally until the mixture is the color of light amber, 4 to 5 minutes. (If needed, brush any sugar crystals off the side of the pan with a pastry brush dampened with water.) Remove the saucepan from the heat, and carefully whisk in the butter (use caution; the mixture can bubble up considerably). Pour the caramel into the prepared cake pan, tilting the pan to cover most of the bottom (be careful; the pan will be very hot from the caramel). Lay the pineapple rings in the pan and fill each hole evenly with the chiles. Set aside.
- For the cake: Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and crushed red pepper flakes in a medium bowl; set aside. Combine the coconut milk, buttermilk and vanilla in a small bowl; set aside.
- Beat the butter and sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Add the eggs 1 at a time, beating after each addition and scraping down the side of the bowl as needed. Reduce the mixer speed to low and add the flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with the milk mixture and mixing until just incorporated.
- Pour the batter over the pineapple in the cake pan and spread evenly. Bake until the cake is golden brown and bounces back when pressed and a toothpick or cake tester comes out clean when inserted in the center, 50 to 60 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of the cake to separate it from the pan. Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack until just cool enough to handle, about 30 minutes. Invert a serving platter over the cake pan and, while holding them together, quickly flip them over so the cake unmolds, pineapple-side up. Let cool completely. Cut into wedges, and serve.
SPICED PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE
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
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.
PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE
Trisha Yearwood shows off her easy, classic pineapple upside-down cake on Food Network.
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place the butter in an 8-by-8-by-2-inch square baking pan and set it over low heat to melt. When melted, sprinkle the brown sugar over the butter. Arrange the pineapple rings in a single layer on top of the sugar, making 3 rows. Cut the maraschino cherries in half, and place one half, cut-side up, in the center of each pineapple ring. Set the pan aside.
- Sift the flour, baking powder and salt, then sift once more. Set aside. Using an electric mixer, mix together the shortening, granulated sugar, egg and vanilla. Blend in the flour mixture alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with flour. Stir only enough after each addition to combine.
- Pour the batter carefully into the pineapple-lined baking pan and bake for 40 minutes. Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center or pressing the cake lightly with a fingertip; if the impression springs back, the cake is done. Run a knife around the edges of the pan and place a serving dish on top. Invert the cake onto the serving dish. Leave the pan inverted over the cake for several moments to allow the syrup to soak into the cake.
SPICY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE
This very easy and yummy cake is an old New England recipe from my grandmother using gingerbread instead of the standard yellow cake. Serve warm with whipped cream.
Provided by Michelle Satterfield
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Pineapple Dessert Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Pour the melted butter in a 9x13-inch baking dish, then sprinkle the brown sugar all around. Arrange the pineapple rings in a single layer in the baking dish, placing a maraschino cherry in the center of each ring. Set aside.
- Combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt in a bowl. Beat 1 cup butter and the white sugar with an electric mixer in another bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and molasses. Gradually stir the flour mixture into the liquid ingredients, alternating with the hot water and reserved pineapple juice, until just combined. Slowly pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan, being careful not to move the arranged pineapple slices.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool the cake in the pan completely on a wire rack. When the cake is cool, run a paring knife between the cake and the edge of the pan. Cover the cake pan with a plate, and invert it to tip the cake out of the pan and onto the plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.8 calories, Carbohydrate 93.2 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 519.9 mg, Sugar 53.6 g
EASY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE
Here's a quick and easy recipe using any brand of biscuit baking mix for a delicious old favorite. Top with whipped topping and you've got a lovely dessert for family or company.
Provided by Kaye Lynn
Categories Desserts Cakes Upside-Down Cake Recipes Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a 9-inch baking pan in the preheating oven. Remove pan.
- Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over butter.
- Arrange pineapple chunks in a single layer over the butter and brown sugar, then sprinkle with pecans; set aside.
- Beat biscuit baking mix, white sugar, milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and egg together in a large bowl on low speed for 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly.
- Increase mixer speed to medium and continue beating until batter is smooth, about 4 minutes more.
- Slowly pour batter over the pineapple mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes.
- Run a paring knife between the cake and the edge of the pan to loosen cake. Cover the cake pan with a plate, and invert it to flip the cake out of the pan and onto the plate. Cool at least 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.3 g, Cholesterol 26.5 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 227.8 mg, Sugar 18.7 g
EASY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE
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
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
OLD FASHIONED PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE
This old-fashioned cake recipe delivers a really good take on the dessert classic: pineapple upside-down cake.
Provided by Cathy
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Pineapple Dessert Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- In a 10-inch heavy skillet with a heat-resistant handle (I use a cast iron skillet), melt 1/2 cup butter over very low heat. Remove from heat, and sprinkle brown sugar evenly over pan. Arrange pineapple slices to cover bottom of skillet. Distribute cherries around pineapple; set aside.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Separate the eggs into two bowls. In a large bowl, beat egg whites just until soft peaks form. Add granulated sugar gradually, beating well after each addition. Beat until medium-stiff peaks form. In a small bowl, beat egg yolks at high speed until very thick and yellow. With a wire whisk or rubber scraper, using an over-and-under motion, gently fold egg yolks and flour mixture into whites until blended. Fold in 1 tablespoon melted butter or margarine and almond extract. Spread batter evenly over pineapple in skillet.
- Bake until surface springs back when gently pressed with fingertip and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 30 to 35 minutes. Loosen the edges of the cake with table knife. Cool the cake for 5 minutes before inverting onto serving plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.1 calories, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 84.9 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 183.1 mg, Sugar 43 g
FRESH PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE
The classic pineapple upside down cake made with fresh pineapple. Serve with dollops of creme fraiche.
Provided by Veruschka
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Pineapple Dessert Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
- Melt the butter. Brush a little bit of the butter on the inside of a 9-inch cake pan.
- Mix 5 tablespoons of the butter with the dark brown sugar and 1/4 cup of the pineapple juice. Place this mixture in the bottom of the cake pan. Arrange the pineapple rings on the brown sugar mixture in a decorative pattern (be creative). Set pan aside.
- Stir together the flour, salt, white sugar, and baking powder.
- Separate the eggs. Beat the whites until stiff but not dry.
- Beat two of the egg yolks until lemony yellow. Stir in the remaining 1/2 cup pineapple juice, vanilla, and remaining melted butter. Add this mixture to the flour mixture. Gently fold in the egg whites. Pour batter over the top of the brown sugar and pineapple rings.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cake springs back when lightly touched with a finger, about 30 minutes. Let cake cool in pan for 10 minutes then cover pan tightly with a serving dish and invert so that the pineapple side is up.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.8 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Cholesterol 77 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 282.3 mg, Sugar 27.3 g
CHEF JOHN'S PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE
This iconic American dessert looks like a simple, rustic fruit cobbler when it comes out of the oven, all browned and bubbling, but a few minutes later, when it's turned over and that gloriously caramelized surface is revealed, it becomes so much more.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Pineapple Dessert Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Melt 1/4 cup butter in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in brown sugar, pineapple juice, and dark rum. Cook over medium-low heat until sugar is dissolved and mixture is bubbling, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and spread pineapple slices in a layer over the brown sugar mixture, completely covering the mixture. Set skillet aside.
- Melt 1/2 cup butter in small skillet over low heat until the butter begins to brown and release a nutty fragrance, about 5 minutes. Watch carefully, butter burns easily. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Whisk together flour, cardamom, salt, baking powder, and white sugar in a large bowl. Whisk in egg and cold milk until just combined. Pour in melted butter and stir to mix thoroughly.
- Pour batter over the pineapple slices in the skillet; spread evenly to cover.
- Bake in preheated oven until the cake begins to bubble around the edges, the top is browned, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool in the skillet for 10 minutes.
- Loosen the cake from the skillet by running a knife around the inside edge of the cake. Invert a large plate over the top of the skillet and flip over, releasing the cake to show the pineapple slices on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 46.8 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 274.2 mg, Sugar 23.3 g
SKILLET PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE
For a change of pace, you can substitute fresh or frozen peach slices for the pineapple in this old-fashioned recipe. -Bernardine Melton, Paola, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Melt butter in a 9- or 10-in. ovenproof skillet. Add brown sugar; mix well until sugar is melted. Drain pineapple, reserving 1/3 cup juice. Arrange about 8 pineapple slices in a single layer over sugar (refrigerate remaining slices for another use). Sprinkle pecans over pineapple; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until thick and lemon-colored. Gradually add sugar, beating well. Blend in vanilla and reserved pineapple juice. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to batter and mix well. , In a small bowl, beat egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form; fold into batter. Spoon into skillet. , Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes (cover loosely with foil if cake browns too quickly). Let stand 10 minutes before inverting onto serving plate. Place cherries in center of pineapple slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (48g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CLASSIC PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE
This pineapple upside-down cake is a classic recipe that never goes out of style! It's delicious with the traditional pineapple, but try it with peaches or a combination of cranberries and orange. -Bernardine Melton, Paola, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In an ungreased 9-in. square baking pan, combine butter and brown sugar. Drain pineapple, reserving 1/3 cup juice. Arrange 9 pineapple slices in a single layer over sugar (refrigerate any remaining slices for another use). Sprinkle pecans over pineapple; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until thick and lemon-colored. Gradually add sugar, beating well. Blend in vanilla and reserved pineapple juice. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to batter, beating well. , In a small bowl with clean beaters, beat egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form; fold into batter. Spoon into pan., Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before inverting onto serving plate. Place a cherry in the center of each pineapple slice. If desired, serve with whipped topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 193mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE
Can you imagine a world without pineapple upside-down cake? Neither can we! And this recipe is by far the greatest of all time. Brown sugar and butter create a rich, caramel glaze that coats juicy pineapple rings, maraschino cherries and a golden-brown cake-what's not to love? But the true secret to this cake's beauty is in the "flip" that happens when you remove it from the oven. It might sound intimidating, but it's so much easier than you think! The result is a picture-perfect upside-down pineapple cake made from scratch.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. In 9-inch square pan, melt butter in oven. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over melted butter. Arrange pineapple slices over brown sugar. Place cherry in center of each pineapple slice.
- In medium bowl, beat remaining ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on high speed 3 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour batter over pineapple and cherries.
- Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately place heatproof serving plate upside down over pan; turn plate and pan over. Leave pan over cake a few minutes so brown sugar mixture can drizzle over cake; remove pan. Serve warm. Store cake loosely covered.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg
PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN NUTTY SPICE CAKE
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a cast iron skillet on medium heat add 6 tablespoons butter, the brown sugar and pineapple juice. Simmer for a few minutes until sugar dissolves then remove from heat. Arrange pineapple slices and cherries in sugar glaze filling in spaces with cherries.
- In a large bowl sift flour, baking powder, salt, cloves, cinnamon and sugar. In a smaller bowl whisk egg, milk, vanilla and remaining butter. Pour wet ingredients over dry and blend until just combined, fold in walnuts. Pour cake batter into the cast iron skillet. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let rest for 5 minutes before turning out onto a platter.
SPICED PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE
Make and share this Spiced Pineapple Upside Down Cake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Joy1996
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a small saucepan, melt 2/3 cup butter; stir in brown sugar.
- Spread in the bottom of an ungreased heavy 12-inch skillet or a 13x9x2-inch pan.
- Arrange pineapple slices in a single layer over the sugar mixture; place a maraschino cherry in the center of each.
- Sprinkle with pecans and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream sugar and remaining butter.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla.
- Combine the dry ingredients; add alternately with the buttermilk, mixing well after each addition.
- Carefully pour over the pineapple.
- Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes for a skillet, and 50-60 minutes for a baking pan, or until a wooden toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
- IMMEDIATELY invert onto serving platter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 506, Fat 25, SaturatedFat 13.7, Cholesterol 90.3, Sodium 396.5, Carbohydrate 68.5, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 50, Protein 4.8
Tips:
- Use fresh pineapple. Fresh pineapple has a brighter flavor and more juice than canned pineapple. If you're using canned pineapple, be sure to drain it well.
- Don't overcook the cake. The cake should be cooked until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If you overcook the cake, it will be dry and crumbly.
- Let the cake cool completely before inverting it. This will help prevent the cake from breaking apart.
- Serve the cake warm or at room temperature. The cake is best served warm or at room temperature, when the pineapple is still juicy and flavorful.
- Top the cake with whipped cream or ice cream. Whipped cream or ice cream is a delicious way to add a little extra sweetness and richness to the cake. You can also get creative with other ideas, such as adding roasted nuts, fresh berries, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Conclusion:
Spicy pineapple upside-down cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, with a caramelized pineapple topping that is sure to please everyone. With a few simple tips, you can make this cake perfectly every time. So next time you're looking for a delicious dessert, give this spicy pineapple upside-down cake a try!
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