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Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

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Indulge in the delightful taste of Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes, a charming dessert that brings a tropical twist to any occasion. These individual cakes feature a buttery vanilla base topped with caramelized pineapple and cherries, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. With just 15 minutes of preparation time, you can create these easy-to-make treats that are ideal for parties, family gatherings, or cozy nights at home. Kid-friendly and customizable, you can experiment with different fruits or nuts to cater to your taste. Serve them warm with whipped cream or ice cream for an extra special touch!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x

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

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter and mix in brown sugar until smooth. Pour into each muffin cup.
  3. Place a slice of pineapple and a maraschino cherry in each cup over the butter mixture.
  4. In a mixing bowl, cream together granulated sugar and egg until fluffy. Gradually add milk and vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Combine with wet ingredients until just mixed.
  6. Spoon batter over pineapple layers in muffin cups until two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean; let cool slightly before serving.
  • Author: Veronica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 173
  • Sugar: 17g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg
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