Sunshine Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Sunshine Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

A Florida-Inspired Classic

This cake features caramelized pineapple rings and cherries atop a moist, buttery cake. It’s a nostalgic dessert with a tropical twist.

Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings, drained
  • Maraschino cherries
  • 1 box yellow cake mix (plus ingredients on box)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare pan: Pour melted butter and brown sugar into a cake pan. Arrange pineapple and cherries.
  2. Mix batter: Prepare cake mix as directed. Pour over fruit.
  3. Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes. Cool, then invert.

Variations

  • Use fresh pineapple.
  • Add shredded coconut to the batter.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Recipe Highlights

  • Classic & Tropical

    Caramelized pineapple and cherries on a buttery cake.

  • Retro Summer Dessert

    A showstopper for any gathering.