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Paula Deen Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe

Paula Deen Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe

Sara Collins
Paula Deen pineapple upside down cake is a classic dessert with rich flavor. It is soft, buttery and topped with sweet pineapple slices. This paula deen pineapple upside down cake recipe is simple and easy to follow.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Southern American
Servings 8
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Unsalted butter – ½ cup
  • Brown sugar – 1 cup
  • Pineapple slices canned or fresh – 7–8 slices
  • Maraschino cherries – 7–8 pieces
  • All-purpose flour – 1 ½ cups
  • Baking powder – 1 ½ teaspoons
  • Salt – ¼ teaspoon
  • Granulated sugar – ¾ cup
  • Eggs – 2
  • Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
  • Milk – ½ cup

Instructions
  

Prepare the Pan

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Melt butter and pour into the cake pan. Spread brown sugar evenly over butter. This creates the caramel base.

Arrange Pineapple and Cherries

  • Place pineapple slices over the sugar layer. Add one cherry in the center of each slice. Arrange neatly for a pretty design when flipped.

Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a bowl, add flour, baking powder and salt. Mix well with a spoon. This ensures even distribution of ingredients.

Cream Sugar and Eggs

  • In another bowl, beat sugar and eggs together. Mix until light and fluffy. This step helps make the cake soft.

Add Wet Ingredients

  • Add milk and vanilla extract to the egg mixture. Mix gently until combined. The batter should look smooth and creamy.

Combine Dry and Wet Mixture

  • Slowly add dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix to keep the cake soft.

Pour Batter into Pan

  • Pour the batter over the pineapple layer. Spread evenly using a spatula. Make sure the surface is smooth.

Bake the Cake

  • Place the pan in the oven. Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. The cake should be golden brown.

Cool and Flip the Cake

  • Let the cake cool for 10 minutes. Place a plate over the pan and flip carefully. Remove the pan slowly to reveal the topping.

Notes

  • Use fresh pineapple for better flavor
  • Do not overmix the batter
  • Let the cake cool before flipping
  • Grease the pan well to avoid sticking
  • Use room temperature eggs for best results
  • Check doneness with a toothpick
  • Arrange fruits neatly for a красиве look
Keyword Paula Deen Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe