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Individual Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

These delightful mini cakes bring a burst of sweet, caramelized pineapple and a cherry topping, making them perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cake
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Make sure it's slightly cooled before using.
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Using high-quality vanilla can enhance flavor.
For the topping
  • 1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices Fresh pineapple can be used for better flavor.
  • Maraschino cherries for garnish Use ripe cherries for the best appearance.
  • brown sugar for caramelizing Estimate based on your preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin thoroughly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, melted butter, milk, eggs, baking powder, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Place a slice of pineapple followed by a cherry and a sprinkle of brown sugar in each muffin cup.
  4. Pour the prepared batter over the fruit.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  2. Allow the mini cakes to cool for a few minutes, then invert them onto plates for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

These individual cakes are perfect for sharing and can be served with whipped cream or ice cream. Store in an airtight container for best freshness.

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