The Best Pineapple Upside-Down Cake - A Sweet Delight!
Indulge in the irresistible goodness of Pineapple Upside-Down Cake. This classic recipe will satisfy your sweet tooth and brighten your day. Here's how to make it:
**Ingredients:**
- 1/2 cup real, unsalted butter
- 1 and 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 and 1/2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
- 2 and 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 and 1/2 cups milk + 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
**Instructions:**
1. Place the butter in a 9x13 glass baking pan. Put the pan in the oven to melt the butter. Once melted, evenly sprinkle the brown sugar over the melted butter, followed by an even layer of the pineapple chunks. Set the pan aside.
2. In the bowl of a countertop mixer, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix by hand using a wire whisk.
3. Add the vegetable oil, milk, and vinegar mixture, eggs, and vanilla. Using the whisk attachment, mix on low for 30 seconds just to combine the ingredients.
4. Turn the mixer to high and beat for 3 minutes, scraping the sides of the bowl a couple of times during the process. Pour the batter into the cake pan over the pineapple.
5. Place the cake pan on a jelly roll pan or line the rack with aluminum foil (for ease of cleaning).
6. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes or just until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out with a couple of moist crumbs on it.
7. Once done, remove the cake from the oven. Gently loosen the sides of the cake from the pan using a butter knife.
8. Place a clean jelly roll pan or a large rectangular platter over the cake pan and carefully flip the cake over while still in the pan.
9. Allow the cake pan to rest over the cake for 3 minutes before removing it so the caramelized brown sugar can drizzle over the top of the cake.
10. Serve this delightful Pineapple Upside-Down Cake warm, at room temperature, or cold with sweetened whipped cream and maraschino cherries.
This cake is a true classic that's perfect for any occasion. Enjoy! 🍍🍰😋