Description
Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes are delightful individual desserts that bring a taste of the tropics to your table. These charming mini cakes feature a moist vanilla base topped with sweet, caramelized pineapple and cherries for a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for any occasion—be it a birthday party, picnic, or simply a treat at home—these cakes are easy to serve and sure to impress your guests. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create these adorable treats that showcase vibrant tropical flavors while being customizable to suit your preferences.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 can sliced pineapples (drained)
- Maraschino cherries
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter and mix in brown sugar until smooth. Pour this mixture evenly into each muffin cup.
- Place a slice of pineapple in each muffin cup and top with a maraschino cherry.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together granulated sugar and egg until fluffy. Stir in milk and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Spoon the batter over the pineapple layers in each muffin cup until three-quarters full.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cake (65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg