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Tropical Pineapple Delight

Discover the magic of Trinidad Pineapple Upside Down Cake, a tropical delight with caramelized topping. Perfect for gatherings and celebrations, this easy recipe is a burst of sunshine on your plate.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
  • a pinch salt
  • 200 g butter (175 g for the cake and 25 g for the topping)
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp grated lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup pineapple syrup or juice from the pineapple slices tin
  • 2 tsp vanilla essence
  • 1 tin pineapple slices
  • q.s. maraschino cherries halved

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

  1. Start by softening the butter at room temperature for at least 2 hours.
  2. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  3. In a stand mixer, beat 175 grams of butter with 3/4 cup of white sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla essence and lemon zest.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  6. Gradually mix half of the dry ingredients into the batter, followed by half of the pineapple syrup; repeat with the remaining dry ingredients and syrup.
  7. Grease the cake pan generously with butter.
  8. Melt the remaining 25 grams of butter in the microwave, pour it into the cake pan, and swirl to coat; top with brown sugar.
  9. Lay the pineapple slices over the brown sugar and place halved maraschino cherries in the center of each slice.
  10. Pour the cake batter over the arranged pineapples and cherries and bake for 45 minutes or until done.
  11. Allow the cake to cool for 5-10 minutes before flipping it onto a large plate.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding a splash of rum to the pineapple syrup.
You can substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free mix and butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze them for up to 2 months.
Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream for extra indulgence.
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