The Perfect Sweet Delight: Grandma's Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Enjoy a slice of nostalgia with this classic recipe for Grandma's Pineapple Upside-Down Cake. With its moist and buttery cake topped with caramelized pineapple and maraschino cherries, this dessert is sure to please all generations. The sweet and tangy flavors blend perfectly, creating a delightful treat that will transport you back to your grandmother's kitchen. Best served warm, this cake is a crowd favorite for any occasion or just for a comforting sweet indulgence. Give this timeless recipe a try and savor the taste of tradition.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 can (20 oz) sliced pineapples, drained
• 1/2 cup maraschino cherries
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup milk

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a 10-inch cast-iron skillet or cake pan, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat.
3. Add the brown sugar to the melted butter and stir until it dissolves and becomes syrupy.
4. Remove the skillet or pan from heat and arrange the pineapple slices on top of the syrup.
5. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple slice.
6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
7. In a mixing bowl, cream 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
8. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
9. Stir in the vanilla extract.
10. Gradually add the flour mixture and milk, alternating between the two, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
11. Pour the batter over the pineapple slices in the skillet or cake pan, spreading it evenly.
12. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
13. Allow the cake to cool in the skillet or pan for 10 minutes.
14. Carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate, ensuring that the pineapples are now on top.
15. Serve warm and enjoy!

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