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Individual Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

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  • Author: chloe
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These delightful mini pineapple upside down cakes blend the sweetness of pineapple with a fluffy cake, creating perfect single servings for any occasion.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 can pineapple rings (in juice)
  • Maraschino cherries
  • Brown sugar


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla.
  4. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until combined.
  5. Place a small amount of brown sugar in each muffin tin cup, then a pineapple ring (cut as needed), and a cherry in the center.
  6. Pour the batter over the pineapple and cherry layers.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes, then invert onto a plate and serve.

Notes

For best results, avoid over-mixing the batter and ensure even distribution of the batter over the toppings.