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Pineapple Upside Down Cake with Rum

Indulgent Pineapple Upside Down Cake with Rum Delight

This Pineapple Upside Down Cake with Rum features caramelized pineapple and a warm rum twist, making it a nostalgic favorite for celebrations.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: birthday cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Provides richness and moisture
  • 1 cup brown sugar Adds sweetness and depth
  • 1 cup flour All-purpose or gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensures a light cake
  • 0.125 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
  • 3 large eggs (separated) Whites aerate batter, yolks add richness
  • 1 cup sugar Sweetens the cake
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Elevates flavor
For the Topping
  • 20 ounces pineapple (sliced, fresh or canned) Fresh is best for flavor
  • 5 tablespoons dark rum Adds depth, replace with pineapple juice for non-alcoholic
  • Maraschino cherries Provides visual appeal and sweetness
  • 6 pecans Optional for crunch

Equipment

  • large ovenproof skillet
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and position a rack in the center.
  2. Melt the butter in the skillet for about 5 minutes until bubbly.
  3. Stir in the brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of dark rum until smooth.
  4. Arrange the pineapple slices in the skillet and place a cherry in each.
  5. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  6. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  7. In another bowl, beat the yolks with sugar, then mix in rum and vanilla.
  8. Gradually add the flour mixture to the yolk mixture until just combined.
  9. Fold in the whipped egg whites gently.
  10. Pour the batter over the pineapple and cherries.
  11. Bake for about 40 minutes, or until golden brown.
  12. Cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a plate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream for extra indulgence.

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