Pineapple Upside Down Cake In Iron Skillet Recipe

Get ready for the most incredible pineapple upside-down cake you'll ever taste! This recipe uses a cast iron skillet for even cooking and that signature caramelized flavor everyone loves. The buttery brown sugar topping, juicy pineapple, and sweet cherries create a dessert that's both elegant and effortless. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or a simple weeknight treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 570.7 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.1 (62 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pineapple Upside Down Cake In Iron Skillet

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How to Make Pineapple Upside Down Cake In Iron Skillet

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter in a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat.
  3. Sprinkle 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar evenly over the melted butter in the skillet.
  4. Arrange 20 oz can of pineapple rings on top of the brown sugar and butter mixture.
  5. Tuck maraschino cherries (about 14) into the center of each pineapple ring.
  6. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and a pinch of salt until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Carefully pour batter over the pineapple and cherries in the skillet.
  8. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.
  9. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

265g

Fat

43g

Carbs

30g