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National Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Day: 4 easy steps to make this dessert at home

National Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Day lets you enjoy your day having one of the most popular desserts of the 20th century

Celebrate National Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Day in style with this mouthwatering dessert - a vanilla cake layered with caramelized pineapple rings and cherries. This cake is a surefire hit as it is both moist and flavorful. Mark April 20 on your calendar and indulge in a slice or two. With its popularity spanning decades, you have plenty of recipe variations to suit your taste. Give it a try and see why it is still one of the most beloved desserts of the 20th century.

Centuries ago, individuals would prepare fruit cakes in cast-iron skillets over an open flame. To make the cake, the fruit was arranged at the bottom of the skillet and then covered with cake batter. After cooking, the skillet was flipped over, revealing the shiny golden caramelized fruit. This cooking technique led to the creation of the beloved Pineapple Upside-Down Cake.

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National Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Day holds great significance

The cake is easy to prepare, making it an ideal dessert for a person or a small group. It's unique appearance, with its caramelized pineapple rings on top, is a feast for the eyes and adds a touch of elegance to any table. Pineapples have long been associated with hospitality, making the pineapple upside-down cake a symbol of warmth, welcome and friendship.

4 easy steps to prepare pineapple upside-down cake at home

Get ready for a culinary experience that will tantalize your taste buds with this delectable cake recipe.

You will need the following ingredients:

For the topping:

1/4 cup unsalted butter

3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed

1 can (20 ounces) of sliced pineapple, drained

Maraschino cherries (optional)

For the cake batter:

1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup milk

Steps to prepare the sweet delicacy:

1. Preheat the oven and place pineapples in the pan

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Pour melted butter into a pie dish to start. Be sure to spread it along the edges as well. Sprinkle brown sugar equally over the butter. Place pineapple rings and cherries on the pie dish along the edges and cover the bottom. 

2. Prepare the cake batter

Start by creaming the butter and sugar together, then add the eggs and vanilla essence and whisk it till it becomes a homegenous mixture. Fold in the dry ingredients and whisk in the milk gradually until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.

3. Bake

Pour the batter on top of the pineapples you had readied earlier and bake the cake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes. Lightly wrap it with aluminum foil to avoid over-browning. Inspect the cake after 30 minutes by inserting a toothpick in the centre. If the toothpick comes out clean, it is done.

Note: Keep in mind that baking time may vary depending on your oven and the size of your cake, so it's always a good idea to check the cake periodically and adjust the baking time as needed. 

4. Serve after flipping

Let the cake rest for 10-15 minutes before turning it onto a serving tray. Don't put it off any longer. The cake could get stuck to the pie dish.