Best 8 Super Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipes

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Bake up a delectable treat with our heavenly pineapple upside-down cake recipe, a classic dessert that combines the vibrant flavors of pineapple and caramel with a tender, moist cake. This recipe is perfect for beginner and experienced bakers alike, offering a straightforward approach to creating a stunning centerpiece for any gathering. With a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you'll be indulging in a slice of paradise in no time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRANDMA'S PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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My gramma used to bake cakes and pies during the Depression and my grampa would sell them door-to-door and on the street corners to support them during that awful time. This is one of my favorites.

Provided by C. N.

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

⅓ cup butter
½ cup brown sugar, packed
8 pineapple rings
8 pecan halves
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup white sugar
2 eggs
¼ cup pineapple juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a 9-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar; heat until bubbly. Remove from heat. Arrange pineapple rings and pecans on top.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl; repeat sifting twice more.
  • Beat white sugar and eggs together in a bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  • Alternate folding flour mixture and pineapple juice into the egg mixture in 3 batches, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Pour over pineapple slices.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool in the skillet for 5 minutes. Invert carefully onto a serving platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.3 calories, Carbohydrate 55.1 g, Cholesterol 66.8 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 214.9 mg, Sugar 41.5 g

EASY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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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

¼ cup butter
¼ cup packed brown sugar
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
1 ½ cups biscuit baking mix (such as Bisquick®)
½ cup white sugar
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg

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

SUPER EASY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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Make and share this Super Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by rechelle

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18 ounce) package yellow cake mix (I use Pillsbury)
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple slices in juice (drained, reserve juice and add enough water to equal the liquid called for by your cake mix)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
1 cup of packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Oil and flour rectangle baking dish.
  • In small pan melt butter and brown sugar together.
  • Pour into baking dish.
  • Place pineapples on bottom of baking dish.
  • Mix cake mix as directed except instead of water I used the juice from the can of pineapple and added water to it to make up the difference.
  • Add cinnamon and nutmeg to batter and mix well.
  • Pour batter over brown sugar mixture and pineapple.
  • Lightly tap pan on countertop to remove air bubbles.
  • Bake as directed on the cake mix package.
  • When done, immediately place a dish on top of baking dish and flip to remove your cake.
  • Tip: When you oil the pan, use a little of the dry cake mix to"flour" the bottom and sides and then return excess to the mix for batter.
  • This way you don't get the white on the outside of your finished cake.

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

PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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This recipe is by far the best Pineapple Upside Down cake that I've ever made. It is also quick and easy. The cake is very moist and rises much higher than the average recipe. The combination of pineapple cake mix and pineapple juice isn't overwhelming either. I've been meaning to edit this for ages, however it looks so much better if you use dark brown sugar. Also if you'd like more topping, use 3/4 cup butter with 1 1/2 cups dark brown sugar.

Provided by ElaineM

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 (20 ounce) can sliced pineapple
6 maraschino cherries, cut in half lengthwise
1 (18 ounce) package duncan hines supreme pineapple cake mix
1 (4 ounce) box vanilla instant pudding mix
1 cup pineapple juice, from canned pineapple with a bit of water added
1/2 cup canola oil
4 eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Melt butter in a 9x13 pan in oven.
  • Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over butter in pan.
  • Drain canned pineapple into a measuring cup.
  • Place pineapple slices evenly in pan, cutting the last two in half to cover pan.
  • Place the maraschino cherry halves in the center of the pineapple slices, cut side up.
  • Combine the rest of ingredients in a large mixing bowl on slow speed for 30 seconds.
  • Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  • Pour batter into pan.
  • Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool 5 minutes and turn cake out onto a serving platter, pineapple side up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 6.1, Cholesterol 82.3, Sodium 233.3, Carbohydrate 36.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 34.3, Protein 2.5

FRESH PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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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

¾ cup butter
¾ cup packed dark brown sugar
¾ cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup white sugar
3 eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 fresh pineapple - peeled, cored and cut into rings

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

PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN SKILLET CAKE



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Our pineapple upside-down cake is made the traditional way in a skillet for a gorgeous golden hue, but we've simplified the recipe, using yellow cake mix topped with sunny pineapple slices.

Provided by By Angie McGowan

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 pineapple slices in juice (from three 8-oz cans)
16 maraschino cherries
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
1 cup pineapple juice (from can of pineapple)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Add melted butter to 12-inch cast iron or ovenproof skillet. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over butter. Arrange 8 pineapple slices in bottom of skillet. Cut remaining slices in half; arrange around inside edge of skillet. Place 1 cherry in center of each whole and half pineapple slice.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, pineapple juice, oil and eggs with electric mixer on low speed until moistened; beat 2 minutes on high speed. Pour into skillet over fruit.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until cake is golden brown and springs back when touched lightly in center.
  • Cool cake in skillet 5 to 10 minutes. Run knife around edge of cake to loosen. Place heatproof plate upside down over skillet; turn plate and skillet over. Remove skillet. Serve cake warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 0 g

CHEF JOHN'S PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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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

¼ cup butter
¾ cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon pineapple juice
1 tablespoon dark rum
½ small fresh pineapple - peeled, cored, and sliced
½ cup butter
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ cup white sugar
1 egg
½ cup cold milk

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

Tips:

  • For a gooier cake, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
  • If you don't have a bundt pan, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly. The cake will likely only need about 15-20 min of baking in dish.
  • If you want a more caramelized pineapple, cook the pineapple and sugar mixture for a few minutes longer before pouring it into the pan.
  • Be sure to let the cake cool completely before inverting it. This will help prevent the cake from breaking.

Conclusion:

This pineapple upside-down cake is a delicious and easy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and fluffy cake and caramelized pineapple topping, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this pineapple upside-down cake a try!

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