Spicy Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe

Name: Spicy Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup dark brown sugar; 1/2 cup butter, melted; 1 (15.25 ounce) can pineapple rings, juice drained and reserved; 8 maraschino cherries, or more as needed; 5 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon baking soda; 2 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup butter; 1 cup white sugar; 2 eggs; 2 cups molasses; 1 cup hot water

Servings: persons

1 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 (15.25 ounce) can pineapple rings, juice drained and reserved
8 maraschino cherries, or more as needed
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking soda
2 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
2 cups molasses
1 cup hot water

1
Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Pour the melted butter in a 9x13-inch baking dish, then sprinkle the brown sugar all around. Arrange the pineapple rings in a single layer in the baking dish, placing a maraschino cherry in the center of each ring. Set aside.
3
Combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt in a bowl. Beat 1 cup butter and the white sugar with an electric mixer in another bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and molasses. Gradually stir the flour mixture into the liquid ingredients, alternating with the hot water and reserved pineapple juice, until just combined. Slowly pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan, being careful not to move the arranged pineapple slices.
4
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool the cake in the pan completely on a wire rack. When the cake is cool, run a paring knife between the cake and the edge of the pan. Cover the cake pan with a plate, and invert it to tip the cake out of the pan and onto the plate.

1652

kcal

Calories

Fat

225

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup dark brown sugar, 1/2 cup butter, melted, 1 (15.25 ounce) can pineapple rings, juice drained and reserved, 8 maraschino cherries, or more as needed, and more.

Yes, Spicy Pineapple Upside Down 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!

Spicy Pineapple Upside Down Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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