Pineapple Upside Down Cake in a Jar

Pineapple Upside-Down Cake in a Jar. It’s all the caramelized fruity goodness and moist cake you adore, but now in a grab-and-go, delightful little dessert jar.

Hey there, dessert adventurers! Have you ever craved the golden sunshine vibes of a classic pineapple upside-down cake but wished for a fun twist? Buckle up because we’re about to take that beloved dessert, shake things up, and pour it into a jar! Perfect for picnics, gifts, or just to jazz up your dessert time. Ready to dive into this jar of joy? Let’s get layering!

Some people don’t recommend baking in a jar, so if you’re worried about it, the same recipe can go right in a pan. No problem.

Pineapple Recipes

Pineapples are a tropical fruit that brings a burst of sunshine to any dessert with their sweet and tangy flavor. If you’re looking to explore some delightful pineapple-based desserts, here’s a list to get you inspired:

1. If You Like Pina Colada Muffins are a sweet, moist, delicious muffin filled with coconut and pineapple flavors. So good!
2. Pineapple Sorbet: A refreshing, icy treat made primarily from pureed pineapple, sugar, and a touch of lime or lemon juice.
3. Pineapple Tarts: Buttery pastry filled or topped with pineapple jam, popular in some Asian countries, especially during festive seasons.
4. Grilled Pineapple: Pineapple slices seasoned with a touch of brown sugar and cinnamon, then grilled to perfection. They can be served with ice cream or whipped cream.
5. Pineapple-Coconut Bars: A delicious blend of tropical flavors where pineapple and coconut come together in a sweet bar dessert.
6. Pina Colada Pie: Inspired by the famous drink, this pie usually combines pineapple, coconut, and sometimes rum into a creamy filling.
7. Pineapple Jam: A sweet spread that captures the essence of pineapple, perfect for toast or as a filling for pastries.
8. Pineapple Mousse: A light and airy dessert made by folding pureed pineapple into whipped cream or a mixture of gelatin and cream.

These are just a starting point, and the versatility of pineapples means they can be incorporated into various desserts to suit any palate. Enjoy your tropical dessert journey!

Pineapple Upside Down Cake

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Pineapple Upside Down Cake in a Jar

Yield: 9 jars

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 37 minutes

Total Time: 52 minutes

Yummy Pineapple Upside Down Cake in a jar in te perfect serving size to share.

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Ingredients

• • Pineapple Layer:
• • 2-3 tbsp Butter
• • 1 1/2 cup Pineapple
• • 1/3 cup Brown sugar
• • 9 cherries
• • Layer Cake:
• • 1 1/2 cups Flour
• • 1 tsp Baking powder
• • 1/4 Salt
• • 1 stick Butter
• • 2/3 cup Sugar
• • 1 Egg
• • 2/3 cup Milk
• • 1 tsp Vanilla
• • Topping:
• • 1 cup heavy cream
• • 3 tbsp Powdered sugar
• • 8 oz Cream cheese
• • 1/2 tsp Vanilla
• • 9 Cherries

Instructions

Melt the butter

Add the chopped pineapple and sugar, and then cook gently, about 7 minutes.

In a bowl mix flour, baking powder and salt.

Mix the egg with butter and vanilla.

Add to flour mixture and beat for 2 minutes on medium speed.

Layer pineapple in the bottom of each jar and place one cherry in the center.

Pour in the cake batter.

Bake at 350 for about 30 minutes.

Cool

Beat everything for topping.

Lay on top and garnish with a cherry.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 9 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 553Total Fat: 37gSaturated Fat: 23gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 318mgCarbohydrates: 51gFiber: 1gSugar: 33gProtein: 6g