Description
Delight your taste buds with these individual Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes. A classic dessert in a new form, these sweet treats are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Topping:
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings, drained (reserve juice)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 12 maraschino cherries
Cupcake Batter:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice (from the can of pineapple)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare Topping: Combine melted butter and brown sugar, spoon into muffin cups. Add pineapple ring and cherry to each.
- Prepare Batter: Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, combine milk, pineapple juice, vanilla, eggs, and oil.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix wet ingredients into dry until just combined.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide batter evenly, covering the pineapple and cherry topping.
- Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes at 350°F until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool in pan for 5 minutes, then invert onto a rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider sprinkling a little cinnamon over the pineapple rings before adding the batter.
- If you prefer a more caramelized topping, sprinkle a little additional brown sugar over the pineapple before adding the batter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes, Dessert, Cupcakes, Pineapple, Easy
