Pineapple Upside Down Cake from a Mix
Indulge in the classic nostalgia of a Pineapple Upside Down Cake from a mix—an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert that delivers tropical flair with minimal effort. This recipe transforms a simple box of yellow cake mix into a showstopping treat featuring a buttery caramel base of golden brown sugar, juicy canned pineapple rings, and vibrant maraschino cherries. The cake comes together with just a handful of pantry staples and is baked to perfection, ensuring a moist, flavorful slice every time. The magic happens when you invert the pan to reveal a stunning topping of caramelized fruit. Perfect for gatherings or weeknight treats, this quick-prep dessert tastes just as delightful served warm as it does at room temperature.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 1 15-ounce can Canned pineapple slices in juice
- 8 whole Maraschino cherries
- 1 box Yellow cake mix
- 3 Eggs
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place 4 tablespoons of butter into a 9-inch round cake pan. Melt the butter in the oven for 3-5 minutes, then remove the pan.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar evenly over the melted butter in the pan.
Drain the canned pineapple slices, reserving the juice for later use. Arrange the pineapple slices neatly on top of the brown sugar layer. Place one maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple slice.
Prepare the yellow cake mix according to the package instructions. Typically, this requires mixing the cake mix with 3 eggs, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil, and 1 cup of water or reserved pineapple juice. Beat the mixture until smooth.
Pour the cake batter evenly over the pineapple slices and cherries in the pan.
Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the cake.
Place a serving plate or cake board on top of the pan and carefully invert the cake. Gently lift the pan off, allowing the caramelized pineapple and cherries to be displayed on top.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your Pineapple Upside Down Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.2 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 350 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 158 mg | 3% | |
*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.
