Low Fat Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Treat yourself to timeless indulgence with this Low Fat Pineapple Upside Down Cake, a healthier twist on a classic dessert that's bursting with tropical flavor. Perfectly caramelized pineapple slices and vibrant maraschino cherries crown this airy, moist cake made with low-fat yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, and a touch of vegetable oil for a guilt-free treat. The recipe uses clever substitutions to reduce fat without compromising on taste, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious bakers. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll have an impressive dessert on the table in under an hour! Whether for a casual weeknight treat or a celebratory gathering, this lightened-up pineapple upside down cake is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Pineapple slices (canned in juice)
- 8 whole Maraschino cherries
- 0.25 cup Pineapple juice
- 0.25 cup Packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Low-fat plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Coat a 9-inch round cake pan with nonstick cooking spray.
Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the bottom of the pan and pour the 1/4 cup pineapple juice on top.
Arrange the pineapple slices in a single layer over the sugar mixture and place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple slice.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate large bowl, beat the eggs until frothy, then add the low-fat yogurt, vanilla extract, applesauce, and vegetable oil. Mix until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter evenly over the arranged pineapple slices in the pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
Run a knife around the edges of the cake and carefully invert it onto a serving plate.
Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy your healthier pineapple upside down cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1741 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.0 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 379 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 1516 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 320.7 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 212.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 990 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
