Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 can sliced pineapple, drained
• 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, drained
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F
2. Spread the melted butter in a 9-inch cake pan
3. Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the melted butter
4. Arrange the pineapple slices over the brown sugar in a single layer
5. Place a cherry in the center of each pineapple slice
6. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
7. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the applesauce, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined
8. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until batter is smooth
9. Pour the batter evenly over the pineapple slices in the cake pan
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
11. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes
12. Place a serving plate upside down on the top of the cake pan and carefully flip the cake onto the plate
13. Serve warm or at room temperature

Verdict:

This Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of sweet pineapple slices, juicy maraschino cherries, and moist cake is irresistible. The cake is perfect for any occasion, from a family brunch to a holiday dessert.

Serving Suggestions:

This cake can be served warm or at room temperature. For an extra indulgence, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy with a cup of hot tea or coffee.