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Classic Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes: Perfect Treat!

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These Classic Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes are a delightful single-serving dessert that combines moist vanilla cake with caramelized pineapple and cherries. Perfect for any occasion, they are both adorable and easy to serve!

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • small canned pineapple rings (well-drained)
  • maraschino cherries (drained and halved or whole)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter (or neutral oil)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk (any type, or dairy-free alternative)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 12-cup standard muffin tin.
  2. In a small bowl, melt about 1/4 cup of unsalted butter. Stir in 1/2 cup of packed light brown sugar until well combined and a thick paste forms.
  3. Spoon about 1-2 teaspoons of the brown sugar-butter mixture into the bottom of each prepared muffin cup.
  4. Place one pineapple ring directly on top of the brown sugar mixture in each muffin cup and add a halved or whole maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple ring.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  6. In a separate larger bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup milk until smooth.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  8. Spoon the cake batter evenly over the pineapple and cherries in each muffin cup, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the cakes are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  10. Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the cakes cool in the tin for 5-10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack or serving platter.

Nutrition

Keywords: Ensure to grease the muffin tins very well to prevent sticking. You can use small canned pineapple rings for ease, and feel free to add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor.

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