Microwave Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe

Craving a decadent pineapple upside-down cake but short on time? This unbelievably easy microwave recipe delivers a moist, delicious cake in under 20 minutes! Skip the oven and enjoy this surprisingly superior version, arguably better than the traditional baked one. Impress your friends and family with this quick and delightful dessert, perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 18 mins
Calories 296.3 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Microwave Pineapple Upside Down Cake

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How to Make Microwave Pineapple Upside Down Cake

  1. Grease an 18cm round microwave-safe dish and line the base with a circle of greased baking paper.
  2. **Caramel:** In a microwave-safe bowl, cream together 100g brown sugar and 2 tablespoons (30g) butter until smooth. Spread evenly over the base of the prepared dish.
  3. Arrange pineapple slices in the center, and fill the gaps with pineapple half-circles, creating a visually appealing pattern.
  4. Fill any remaining spaces with 10-12 fresh cherries.
  5. **Cake Batter:** In a separate bowl, cream together 60g softened butter and 60g granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  6. Beat in 1 large egg until well combined. Do not overmix.
  7. In a separate bowl, sift together 100g self-raising flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with 60ml milk, mixing gently after each addition until just combined.
  8. Pour the batter evenly over the caramel and fruit in the prepared dish.
  9. Microwave on medium-high power (approximately 70%) for 6-7 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave's power.
  10. Let the cake stand in the dish for 2-3 minutes to allow it to set before carefully inverting it onto a serving plate.
  11. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, custard, or whipped cream. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

98g

Fat

40g

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Microwave Pineapple Upside Down Cake?

Microwave Pineapple Upside Down Cake takes about 33 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 18 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Microwave Pineapple Upside Down Cake?

Microwave Pineapple Upside Down Cake has approximately 296.3 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Microwave Pineapple Upside Down Cake?

The key ingredients for Microwave Pineapple Upside Down Cake are Brown Sugar, Butter, Canned Pineapple, Glace Cherries, Caster Sugar, Egg. See the full list with measurements above.

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