Pineapple Upside-Down Grit Cake Recipe

Name: Pineapple Upside-Down Grit Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 sticks butter, melted and cooled; 1 cup light brown sugar; One 20.5-ounce can pineapple rings, in natural juices; Maraschino cherries, stemmed; 2 large eggs; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon table salt

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Add half of the melted butter to the bottom of a 9-inch cake pan and sprinkle with the brown sugar.
3
Drain the pineapple rings and reserve 1/2 cup of the juice.
4
Lay the pineapple rings on top in a concentric pattern, overlapping slightly.
5
Place the cherries in the center of each of the pineapple rings.
6
Whisk together the remaining melted butter, reserved pineapple juice, eggs and sugar in a medium bowl until smooth.
7
In another large bowl, whisk to combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt.
8
Add the wet to the dry and mix together until just combined.
9
Pour the batter over the pineapple rings and bake on a sheet tray until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes.
10
Cool the cake in its pan for 25 minutes.
11
Run a knife along the edges to loosen.
12
Place a plate over the top and carefully flip the cake out of the pan.

995

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 sticks butter, melted and cooled, 1 cup light brown sugar, One 20.5-ounce can pineapple rings, in natural juices, Maraschino cherries, stemmed, and more.

Yes, Pineapple Upside-Down Grit Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pineapple Upside-Down Grit Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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