Delicious Homemade Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Indulge in the perfect combination of juicy pineapple rings, sweet caramelized brown sugar, and moist cake in this timeless dessert. Your guests will be impressed by the beautiful presentation and irresistible flavor of this homemade treat.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices
• Maraschino cherries
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a 10-inch cast iron skillet, melt 1/2 cup butter over low heat.
3. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over butter and cook until sugar is melted and bubbly.
4. Arrange pineapple slices in a single layer in the skillet and place cherries in the center of each slice.
5. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. In a separate bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
7. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
8. Gradually add flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, until well combined.
9. Pour batter over the pineapple slices in the skillet and spread evenly.
10. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
11. Let cool in the skillet for 5 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.
12. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a special treat.

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