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Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes


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  • Author: Lila
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 12 mini cakes 1x

Description

Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes are a charming twist on the classic dessert, perfect for any occasion. These delightful individual cakes feature a luscious layer of caramelized pineapples and cherries atop a moist yellow cake, making them both visually stunning and incredibly tasty. Ideal for parties or cozy family dinners, these mini treats are easy to prepare and fun to serve. Each bite is a burst of tropical flavor that will transport you to paradise. Whether served warm with a scoop of ice cream or as part of a brunch spread, these cakes are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cans pineapple slices (20 ounces each)
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • Maraschino cherries (halved)
  • 1 box yellow cake mix

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F and spray muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Combine melted butter and brown sugar; spoon into muffin cups.
  3. Prepare cake mix using pineapple juice instead of water.
  4. Place drained pineapple slices and halved cherries in muffin cups.
  5. Pour cake batter over the fruit.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; cool slightly before flipping onto a plate.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mini cake (45g)
  • Calories: 175
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg