Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes
Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining moist cake with luscious caramelized pineapple and a cherry on top. Perfect for any occasion, these individual treats are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Each bite transports you to a tropical paradise, making them an irresistible addition to birthdays, potlucks, or simply as a sweet indulgence after a long day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (20 oz) sliced pineapple in juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin.
- For the topping, melt butter and mix with brown sugar; spoon into muffin cups. Place a pineapple slice on top of each and add a cherry.
- In a bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder together. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Spoon batter over the pineapple slices in the muffin tin, filling about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown; let cool for five minutes before flipping onto a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg