Coconut and Pineapple Upside-Down Cake (Lolo Kakai Apaisa-Daun Keiki)

This Lolo Kakai Apaisa-Daun Keiki, or Coconut and Pineapple Upside-Down Cake, is a delicious traditional dessert from Tuvalu. The combination of sweet pineapple and creamy coconut makes for a delightful treat that is perfect for any occasion.

Coconut and Pineapple Upside-Down Cake (Lolo Kakai Apaisa-Daun Keiki)

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices, drained
  • Maraschino cherries
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a 9x9 inch baking pan, pour the melted butter and sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the butter.
  3. Arrange the pineapple slices on top of the brown sugar, and place a maraschino cherry in the center of each slice.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix the coconut milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs.
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter over the pineapple slices in the baking pan.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then invert it onto a serving platter.
  10. Serve the Lolo Kakai Apaisa-Daun Keiki warm and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Fat
12g
Protein
3g

Supplies

9x9 inch baking pan Mixing bowls Whisk

Tools

Oven Toothpick

Serving suggestions

Serve the Lolo Kakai Apaisa-Daun Keiki with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to let the cake cool for 10 minutes before inverting it to ensure that the pineapple slices stay in place.

Cost

$10