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Cranberry Pineapple Upside Down Cake Perfect Festive Dessert


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  • Author: Chef Lalyta
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

A festive dessert featuring cranberries and pineapple, perfect for holidays with a moist cake base and fruity topping.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices, drained
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan.
  2. In the pan, spread melted butter and sprinkle brown sugar evenly.
  3. Arrange pineapple slices on the sugar layer and fill gaps with cranberries.
  4. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. In another bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  6. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, and mix until smooth.
  8. Pour the batter over the fruit layer in the pan.
  9. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  10. Cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a plate to serve.

Notes

Ensure cranberries are fresh for the best flavor; this cake pairs well with whipped cream or ice cream.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 38g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Protein: 4g