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Delightful Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

Delightful Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes to Brighten Your Day

These Delightful Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes are sweet, tropical treats perfect for gatherings or cozy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with margarine for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can replace with coconut sugar for natural sweetness.
  • 1 large Egg May substitute with a flax egg for vegan option.
  • ⅓ cup Milk Use plant-based milk for dairy-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be a delightful alternative.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour may alter texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it is fresh for best results.
  • pinch Salt Can reduce for low-sodium versions.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar may be used.
  • 1 can Sliced Pineapples (drained) Fresh pineapple can be used for a fresher taste.
  • 1 cup Maraschino Cherries Can be omitted or replaced with fresh berries.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and stir in 1 cup of brown sugar until smooth. Pour into muffin cups.
  3. Place a slice of pineapple and a maraschino cherry in each cup.
  4. Mix ½ cup of granulated sugar and 1 egg until fluffy, then add ⅓ cup of milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, whisk 1 cup of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and salt. Combine with wet ingredients.
  6. Fill muffin cups with batter three-quarters full.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until tops are golden brown and toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool for 5-10 minutes before inverting to remove from muffin tin.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better blending. Allow cakes to cool in the pan before inverting to maintain shape.

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