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.

Antiguan Black Pineapple Upside-down Cake

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

  1. 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.
  2. Arrange the pineapple slices over the brown sugar, fitting them snugly together.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. 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.
  5. Gradually mix in the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter over the pineapple slices in the baking pan, spreading it evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then invert it onto a serving platter while it's still warm.
  9. 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