Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes
If you’re looking for a delightful dessert to brighten your day, Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes are the perfect choice! These charming individual cakes are packed with tropical flavor and a touch of nostalgia. Each bite features a moist cake base topped with caramelized pineapple and a cherry, reminiscent of warm summer days and family gatherings. Ideal for any occasion, from busy weeknights to festive celebrations, these mini treats are easy to prepare and sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 can sliced pineapples (drained)
- Maraschino cherries
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and mix with brown sugar until smooth. Pour evenly into each muffin cup.
- Layer each muffin cup with a slice of pineapple and top with a maraschino cherry.
- In a bowl, cream together granulated sugar and egg until fluffy. Stir in milk and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Spoon the batter over the pineapple layers in each muffin cup until filled about three-quarters full.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cake (60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg