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Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

Delicious Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes for Sweet Moments

Classic Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes bring nostalgic flavors and individual servings, perfect for sweet moments.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 can Canned Pineapple Rings Pat dry to avoid sogginess.
  • 12 pieces Maraschino Cherries Optional for decoration.
  • 1/4 cup Butter Or margarine.
For the Sweetness
  • 2/3 cup Light Brown Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar.
  • 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar Reduce for less sweetness.
For the Batter
  • 2 large Eggs Use flax eggs for a vegan alternative.
  • 4 tbsp Pineapple Juice Can substitute with orange juice.
  • 2/3 cup All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour is a healthier choice.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Gluten-free option available.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Reduce for low-sodium diets.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • saucepan
  • whisk
  • Sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, and pineapple juice until frothy.
  3. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl, then add to wet ingredients and stir until smooth.
  4. Melt butter in a saucepan, stir in brown sugar until smooth to make the caramel base.
  5. Spoon the caramel mixture into the muffin cups, then place a pineapple ring and a cherry in each.
  6. Fill each cup with batter until about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Allow to cool in the pan for 3 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cakes at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Refrigerate for up to 5 days, or freeze for 3 months.

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