Description
Indulge in the tropical delight of Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes, a perfect blend of sweet pineapple, buttery cake, and rich brown sugar. This easy recipe is ideal for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to lively gatherings. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create these irresistible mini treats that are not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor. Each bite promises a delightful combination of textures, making them a favorite among kids and adults alike. Serve them warm, topped with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, for an unforgettable dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans pineapple slices (20 ounce cans)
- 1/3 cup butter (melted)
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- Maraschino cherries (cut in half)
- 1 box yellow cake mix
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F and spray muffin tins with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar; spoon this mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup.
- Prepare cake mix using pineapple juice instead of water as per package instructions.
- Place a well-drained pineapple slice in each muffin cup and add half a maraschino cherry on top.
- Pour 1/4 to 1/3 cup of batter over each pineapple slice.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before flipping onto a cookie sheet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 162
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg