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Cranberry Pineapple Upside Down Cake

A slice is missing from a moist Cranberry Pineapple Upside Down Cake, showcasing its golden crumb and glistening fruit topping.
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A festive upside-down cake featuring a sweet caramelized topping with tart cranberries and juicy pineapple. This easy celebration cake is perfect for holidays and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (130g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 cup (200g) pineapple chunks, drained

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or a 10-inch bundt pan.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, butter, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is bubbly. This will form your caramel topping.
  3. Pour the caramel mixture evenly into the bottom of your prepared cake pan.
  4. Arrange the cranberries and pineapple chunks over the caramel topping in a decorative pattern.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
  7. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Gently pour the cake batter over the fruit and caramel in the pan, spreading it evenly.
  9. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate. Allow it to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • For a glossy finish, you can brush the top of the warm cake with a little extra melted butter or a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk.
  • If using frozen cranberries, do not thaw them before adding them to the pan.
  • Ensure your pineapple chunks are well-drained to prevent excess moisture from affecting the cake batter.

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