Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes
Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes are a scrumptious twist on the classic dessert, delivering the nostalgic flavors of pineapple upside-down cake in delightful individual servings. Each moist cupcake features caramelized pineapple and maraschino cherries, creating a tropical treat perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or just because! Easy to make and beautifully presented, these cupcakes will impress your family and friends with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes 6 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 6 canned pineapple rings (unsweetened)
- 6 maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- Place one pineapple ring and half a cherry in each muffin cup, then sprinkle with brown sugar.
- In a mixing bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and vanilla.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
- Spoon batter over the pineapple mixture until two-thirds full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean; let cool briefly before inverting onto a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (80g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, feel free to swap in other fruits like peaches or cherries. Infusing the batter with coconut or almond extract can add a unique twist tailored to your taste.