Right Side Up Pineapple Cake

Indulge in the tropical delight of this Right Side Up Pineapple Cake, a refreshingly modern spin on the classic upside-down favorite. Featuring a moist, buttery vanilla cake base infused with the tangy sweetness of pineapple juice, this easy-to-make dessert is as irresistible as it is beautiful. Instead of the traditional inverted presentation, this recipe keeps the juicy pineapple chunks nestled right where they belong, wrapped within a luscious layer of caramelized brown sugar at the bottom of the pan. Ready in just under an hour, this pineapple cake pairs perfectly with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Whether you're planning a summer gathering or simply craving a slice of sunshine, this pineapple cake recipe is a show-stopping crowd-pleaser that's full of island flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.0 cup Granulated sugar
• 2.0 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 2.0 pieces Eggs (large)
• 1.0 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1.0 cup Canned pineapple chunks (drained, reserve juice)
• 0.5 cup Pineapple juice
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, and mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the pineapple juice with the milk. This will be your wet mixture.

Step 6

Alternately add the dry ingredients and the wet mixture to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the bottom of the prepared cake pan. Arrange the drained pineapple chunks on top of the brown sugar layer.

Step 8

Carefully pour the cake batter over the pineapple chunks, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate. Let it cool fully before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1067 grams (1067.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2782

Total Fat 109.20g	140%
Saturated Fat 64.80g	324%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 634mg	211%
Sodium 1690mg	73%
Total Carbohydrate 428.90g	156%
Dietary Fiber 7.40g	26%
Total Sugars 284.00g
Protein 34.50g	69%

Vitamin D 165IU	826%
Calcium 245mg	19%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 826mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.6%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 60.5%