Pineapple Upside-Down Bundt Cake

This recipe is so good. It’s a crossover between classic pineapple upsidedown cake, something a lot of us fondly remember from childhood, and bundt cake, a special occasion dessert baked in a special shaped tin. Juicy, sweet cherries and pineapple slices pair up with vanilla pudding mix and cake batter to make a moist, delicious dessert.

A slice of this makes a colorful, exciting treat, and everyone will love this tasty, moist dessert.

You need to be patient because unmolding the cake before it’s cool might mean it falls apart. You also have to make sure to drain the pineapple very well before making the cake, so it holds together. Armed with those tips, your pineapple upsidedown bundt cake is sure to come out just perfect.

You can jazz it up by adding a splash of white rum or coconut liqueur for an exquisite flavor or by adding shredded coconut to the cake batter for texture.

The combination of moist cake, juicy pineapple slices, and cherries creates a delicious dessert that is sure to impress everyone.

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Why You’ll Love the Recipe

• If tropical flavored, moist, and delicious cakes are what you love, then there’s no way you aren’t going to enjoy this pineapple upsidedown cake recipe.
• It’s easy to prepare, and that really matters!
• It has a rich, decadent flavor that’s sweet and crave-worthy.
• It’s gorgeous, making it like a gift itself.

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

You can use fresh pitted cherries in place of the maraschino ones or fresh pineapple instead of canned.

Ingredients:

• Pineapple slices
• Crushed pineapple not drained
• Pineapple cake mix
• Instant vanilla pudding
• Brown sugar
• Maraschino cherries

How to make this Pineapple Upside-Down Bundt Cake:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.

Step 2. Place the cake mix, pudding mix, and undrained can of crushed pineapple into a mixing bowl and beat on high until well combined.

Adding the cake mix and pudding mix.

Adding the crushed pineapple.

Step 3. Grease a bundt pan well.

Step 4. Cut the pineapple slices in half, and stand them on end in the sections of the bundt pan.

Step 5. Place a cherry between each pair of pineapple pieces.

Adding the brown sugar.

Step 6. Layer the cake batter over the pineapple slices in the bundt pan.

Step 7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until cooked through.

Step 8. Let the cake cool to room temperature on a rack, and then carefully turn the pan over to release the cake from the pan before serving.

Pineapple upsidedown bundt cake is a delicious treat for anyone who enjoys exotic flavors and soft, moist, sweet cake. The cake is suitable for just about any occasion, and it’s super-simple to prepare, even for a novice home baker.

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Tips for Success

Moist pineapple upsidedown bundt cake ideas like this can be made too dry if you let them bake too long. If you’re baking pineapple upsidedown bundt cake at home, monitor it closely. Your goal should be to get the cake to a golden brown with a dry interior.

Keep in mind that this recipe could take longer to bake depending on your oven’s temperature and regulation. The best way to see if it is done is to use a toothpick to poke into the center. If the interior is dry and no longer gooey, it’s done and ready to take out of the pan.

Storage Instructions:

Keep the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy within 4 days. If you don’t have a large enough container, plastic wrap or aluminum foil will work. Reheat it at 350°F in the oven for 10 minutes if you want it warm.

Serving Suggestions

You really don’t have to serve this with anything. But for an old fashioned pineapple upsidedown bundt cake recipe to be really authentic, consider pairing it with freshly whipped cream.

Another option is to make a pineapple upsidedown bundt cake with frosting, by simply adding a few drops of milk to powdered sugar. Then, drizzle it over the top for a huge added level of sweetness.

FAQs

Can I use fresh pineapple instead of a can of crushed pineapple in this recipe?

You can do so, but the moisture ratio will be off. Be sure that you choose a very ripe version and cut it small enough, even crushing it to get the right consistency.

Can I use a vanilla cake mix instead of pineapple?

You definitely can. This will reduce the overall pineapple flavor a bit, but not enough to be noticeable. Consider a yellow cake mix to maintain the same colors.

Is this homemade pineapple upsidedown bundt cake dessert possible to make in a standard glass dish?

You can use a glass dish for it. Be sure to coat the inside with a spray to allow it to slide out. Check the temperature more frequently for doneness, as the glass may change the timeframe slightly.

Notes

This pineapple upsidedown bundt cake recipe is fantastic just as it is, but you may want to change it up some. Ideally, you’ll try out any substitutions in advance before you plan to serve it.

If you are making changes, keep the ratio of liquid and solid the same. For example, this easy pineapple upsidedown bundt cake from scratch works because of the current mixture. If you change out a wet ingredient, replace the moisture lost. Otherwise, the cake could be too dry.

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