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Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes

Irresistible Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes for Every Celebration

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These Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes bring a nostalgic flavor to the table, perfectly portioned for sharing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1/2 cup Butter can use margarine if needed
  • 1 cup Sugar adjust to taste for personal preference
  • 1 1/2 cups Flour all-purpose or gluten-free blends
  • 1/2 cup Pineapple Juice orange juice offers a citrus twist
  • 2 large Eggs substitute with aquafaba for vegan options
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar white sugar can be a substitute
  • 12 rings Pineapple Rings any canned or fresh variety
For the Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream coconut cream works for a dairy-free option
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar finely ground regular sugar will also do

Equipment

  • Muffin pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Combine melted butter and brown sugar until smooth, then distribute into the wells of your cupcake pan.
  3. Place a pineapple ring in each cupcake well over the caramelized sugar mixture.
  4. Whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, pineapple juice, and eggs until well combined.
  5. Fold in the flour until just incorporated; avoid overmixing.
  6. Pour the batter into the muffin pan, filling each well about three-quarters full.
  7. Bake for about 20 minutes until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before inverting onto a cooling rack.
  9. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  10. Pipe the whipped cream on top of each cupcake and garnish with a maraschino cherry.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cupcakes can be served warm or cold, and pair well with beverages like iced coffee.

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