Nshima Ya Moyo (zambian Pineapple Upside-down Cake)

Nshima Ya Moyo, also known as Zambian Pineapple Upside-Down Cake, is a delightful dessert that combines the sweetness of pineapple with the rich flavors of Zambian cuisine. This cake is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests with its unique and delicious taste.

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Nshima Ya Moyo (zambian Pineapple Upside-down Cake)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Add the vegetable oil, pineapple juice, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix well.
  4. Arrange the pineapple chunks in the bottom of a greased cake pan.
  5. Pour the batter over the pineapple chunks in the cake pan.
  6. Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then invert it onto a serving plate.
  8. Serve the Nshima Ya Moyo (Zambian Pineapple Upside-Down Cake) 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
Protein
3g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Cake pan Mixing bowl Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Oven Toothpick

Serving suggestions

Serve the Nshima Ya Moyo with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful combination of flavors.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to grease the cake pan well to ensure easy removal of the cake after baking.

Cost

$10