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Amazing Spiced Pineapple Upside-Down Cake in 15 Steps

Spiced Pineapple Upside-Down Cake (non-traditional twist)
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Enjoy a tropical holiday treat with this Spiced Pineapple Upside-Down Cake. We give the classic dessert a warm, flavorful update perfect for festive gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple slices in juice, drained (reserve juice)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons reserved pineapple juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • Maraschino cherries, for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Set this aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Mix in the milk and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. For the topping, mix the granulated sugar, reserved pineapple juice, and ground cloves in a small bowl.
  7. Pour the sugar mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch round cake pan.
  8. Arrange the pineapple slices over the sugar mixture. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple ring.
  9. Carefully spoon the cake batter evenly over the pineapple topping.
  10. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
  12. Place a serving plate upside down over the cake pan. Carefully invert the cake onto the plate. Lift the pan away slowly. Serve warm.

Notes

  • This cake tastes best when served warm, allowing the spiced topping to remain slightly gooey.
  • If you do not have ground cloves, a tiny pinch of allspice works well.
  • For extra moisture, you can brush the warm cake with a tablespoon of rum or spiced simple syrup after inverting.

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