Pineapple Upside Down Cake

This Pineapple Upside Down Cake is a classic with a quick-and-easy twist. With just one bowl, no mixer, and simple ingredients, you’ll have a golden, caramelized fruit-topped cake that looks impressive and tastes even better. It’s perfect for weekend baking, make-ahead desserts, or celebrating small wins.

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Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Why You'll Love This Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe

• One Bowl, One Pan: Minimal dishes and mess (yes, please)

• Fast & Simple: Preps in just 15 minutes—no mixer required

• Beautiful Presentation, Zero Fuss: That caramelized pineapple top looks fancy without the effort

• Sweet but Not Too Sweet: Light sponge cake with fruity flavor that won’t overwhelm

• Perfect for Gatherings: Feeds 8 and looks gorgeous on the table.

• Customizable: Easily swap fruit, make it gluten-free, or reduce sugar

• No Special Equipment Needed: Just a bowl, spoon, and cake pan

• Tropical Comfort Food: A nostalgic dessert with sunny vacation vibes.

Baking Tips & Tricks

• Use Room Temperature Eggs: This helps your batter mix more evenly

• Don’t Overmix the Batter: Keep it light and airy by mixing until just combined

• Dry the Pineapple Rings Slightly: Pat with a paper towel to avoid excess moisture

• Let It Cool Before Flipping: Give it at least 10 minutes so the topping sets a bit

• Use a Nonstick Pan + Cooking Spray: Helps the cake release beautifully

  
  

Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe

Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 25-30 mins | Serves: 8

Ingredients

For the Cake

• 1 c. all- purpose flour

• 1 c. sugar

• 1/4 tsp. salt

• 1 tsp. baking powder

• 2 tsp. vanilla extract

• 3 eggs

• 1/4 c. pineapple juice

Pineapples and Cherries

• 1/2 c. butter

• 3/4 c. brown sugar

• 7 pineapple rings, fresh or can

• maraschino cherries, for design

Let's Get Started!

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9-inch round cake pan with cooking spray. Cake: In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, vanilla extract, eggs and pineapple juice until well mixed, then set aside.

2. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over a medium heat. Then whisk in brown sugar and cook for 3-4 minute until mixture become creamy and bubbly.

3. Pour butter/sugar mixture into the bottom of the cake pan.  Then arrange the pineapples in the butter/sugar mixture and place a cherry inside of each ring.

4. Pour cake batter on top of the pineapples using a spatula to evenly spread the batter to the edges

5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

6. Allow cake to cool for 10 minutes, then invert/flip onto a serving plate.

7. Serve warm and Enjoy!

Jazz It Up!

Try Serving with:

• Whipped Cream

• Vanilla Ice Cream

• Coconut Cream

• Fresh Berries

• Caramel Drizzle