Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe

By: Kristen Yard

Hunting for a special dessert that looks fancy and harder to make than it actually is? This easy pineapple upside down cake is the perfect dish that will impress your family and friends! 

This classic dessert is the perfect combination of buttery, gooey, and tender cake with pieces of sweet fruit, and an amazing brown sugar sauce.

It is super easy to make, and sure to be a hit! Plus, it doubles as a gorgeous centerpiece for any party.

Amaze your family and friends with a beautiful and delicious pineapple upside down cake! It’s easier than it looks!

How To Make Pineapple Upside Down Cake

With grad party and wedding/baby shower season in full swing, it’s always good to have some fancy dessert recipes up your sleeve. This pineapple upside down cake will not disappoint! 

I love how the sweet cherries not only add sweetness, but bright pops of color to this classic, decadent cake.

This Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe: 

• Serves: 6
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30-35 minutes

Using basic pantry ingredients, you can easily make an upside down pineapple cake from scratch!

Ingredients – Pineapple Upside Down Cake 

Topping:

• ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, melted
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings in juice, reserve juice for cake
• 1 jar (10 oz) maraschino cherries without stems

Cake:

• 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• A large egg, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ cup sour cream
• ¼ cup pineapple juice 

Instructions – Pineapple Upside Down Cake 

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2

Next, grease a round 9 inch cake pan.

My favorite part of this cake is the gooey sauce the pineapples are coated in. YUM!

Step 3

For the topping: melt butter in a microwave safe bowl and stir in brown sugar until smooth.

How amazing does this already look?!

Step 4

Then, pour into prepared pan.

This is a fun step to involve kids in! They will love lining up the pineapple and cherries!

Step 5

Next, arrange pineapple rings in the brown sugar mixture and place a cherry in the center of each pineapple ring.

Do you sift your flour and dry ingredients? It can add an extra step, but I swear by it!

Step 6

For the batter: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt, set aside.

The more buttery the cake, the tastier it is!

Step 7

In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy.

Step 8

Then, beat in the egg and vanilla until well combined.

Sour cream is the secret to a moist cake!

Step 9

Add sour cream until well combined.

Add the flour a little bit at a time.

Step 10

Gradually add flour mixture, alternating with pineapple juice and mix just until combined.

Yum! You are so close to enjoying a slice of the yummiest pineapple upside down cake, ever!

Step 11

Next, spoon batter over the pineapple rings and spread evenly.

I prefer using a silicon spatula to smooth my batter evenly.

Step 12

Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 13

Remove from oven to cool on wire rack for 5 minutes.

Serve your pineapple upside down cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream!

Step 14

Place a plate or serving platter on top of cake and flip over.

Step 15

Patiently wait 30-60 seconds for the cake to loosen and then carefully lift off the pan.

Step 16

Let cool completely and serve with whip cream if you like.

In order to enjoy your pineapple upside down cake for the longest time possible, be sure to store it properly!

How To Store Pineapple Upside Down Cake 

Store your cake in an airtight container in the fridge, to keep it fresh! 

Extend the life of your pineapple upside down cake by freezing leftovers!

Can You Freeze Pineapple Upside Down Cake? 

Yes! 

Make sure it’s reached room temperature, and properly sealed to keep air out, and then it can be frozen for up to three months. 

How fast do you think this cake will disappear in your house?

How Long Does Pineapple Upside Down Cake Last? 

In my house? A day, ha! 

Store your pineapple upside down cake in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. 

With one simple ingredient swap, you can enjoy a delicious gluten free pineapple upside down cake!

How To Make Gluten Free Pineapple Upside Down Cake 

The only change you need to make from the recipe above, is replacing the all-purpose flour with gluten free all-purpose flour! 

If you are cooking for someone with a gluten allergy or sensitivity, always double check the label of any pre-packaged ingredients to be sure they are free of wheat and gluten.

Yield: Serves 6

Wow your family and friends with a classic beauty of a dessert! This pineapple upside down cake is a lot easier to make than you might think!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes 30 seconds

Total Time 50 minutes 30 seconds

Ingredients

• Topping:
• ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, melted
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings in juice, reserve juice for cake
• 1 jar (10 oz) maraschino cherries without stems
• Cake:
• 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ cup sour cream
• ¼ cup pineapple juice

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Grease a round 9 inch cake pan.
3. For the topping: melt butter in a microwave safe bowl and stir in brown sugar until smooth.
4. Pour into prepared pan.
5. Arrange pineapple rings in the brown sugar mixture and place a cherry in the center of each pineapple ring.
6. For the batter: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt, set aside.
7. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy.
8. Beat in the egg and vanilla until well combined.
9. Add sour cream until well combined.
10. Gradually add flour mixture, alternating with pineapple juice and mix just until combined.
11. Spoon batter over the pineapple rings and spread evenly.
12. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
13. Remove from oven to cool on wire rack for 5 minutes.
14. Place a plate or serving platter on top of cake and flip over.
15. Patiently wait 30-60 seconds for the cake to loosen and then carefully lift off the pan.
16. Let cool completely and serve with whip cream if you like.

Easy Cake Recipes 

If this easy pineapple upside down cake recipe has got your sweet tooth craving more, we have so many delicious cake recipes that are simple to make! 

What did you think of this easy pineapple upside down cake recipe? 

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