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Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

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Delicious mini cakes with caramelized pineapple and cherries, perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 45

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices (drained)
  • 12 maraschino cherries
  • 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  • Pour melted butter evenly into each muffin cup. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of brown sugar over the butter.
  • Place a pineapple slice in each cup. Add a cherry in the center of each slice.
  • In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
  • Pour batter over the pineapple slices, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool for about 5 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 25

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Protein: 3g