Antiguan Black Pineapple Upside-down Cake
Indulge in the flavors of the Caribbean with this delightful Antiguan Black Pineapple Upside-Down Cake. This traditional West Indian dessert is a perfect blend of sweet and tangy, with a moist and tender cake topped with caramelized black pineapple slices.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 medium black pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into rings
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the melted butter in the bottom of a 9x9 inch square baking pan. Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the butter.
- Arrange the pineapple slices over the brown sugar, fitting them snugly together.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
- Pour the batter over the pineapple slices in the baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then invert it onto a serving platter while it's still warm.
- Serve the Antiguan Black Pineapple Upside-Down Cake warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 320 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Fat
- 15g
- Protein
- 3g
Supplies
9x9 inch square baking pan Mixing bowls Whisk Electric mixer Cake server or spatula
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Antiguan Black Pineapple Upside-Down Cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful tropical dessert experience.
Tips & tricks
For the best flavor, use ripe black pineapple for this recipe. The natural sweetness and tanginess of the fruit will shine through in the finished cake.
Cost
$12