The Pineapple Upside Down Cake was originally a “skillet cake.” Fruit and syrup were arranged in the bottom of a cast-iron skillet, topped with cake batter, and cooked on the stovetop. This homespun cake is a sweet slice of Americana that is making a comeback.
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Why doesn’t y butter and sugar come out fluffy?
Can u use a 9x13 pan. ? What would u need to give more upside down cake. Can u use the juice instead of the buttermilk?
Hi Eve, To use a 9x13 pan you will likely have to double the recipe. We would not recommend using the pineapple juice in place of the buttermilk. Th buttermilk along with the baking powder is what will make the cake rise. Happy baking!
I used Malibu, it's all I had. Very nice!
Does this cake need to be refrigerated? I would like to make it for a bake sale and don’t want it to become mushy or lose quality. Thanks!
Hi Valerie, To maintain the quality and avoid spoilage we recommend the Pineapple Upside-down Cake be kept at room temperature and be refrigerated within 24 hours of baking. If your bake sales is outdoors and the weather is warm you may want to consider trying keeping it cool while on display. Happy baking!
Brings back memories of making this cake with my grandmother. Easily one of my all time favorite cakes. I've tried, over and over to make it and have come close, but, not quite. I have been using AP flour all along - and milk. Forgot my grandmother DID use Swans Down!! And buttermilk. Going to try this real soon!
Do you have to use butter milk
Hi Sleepy Shi, If you don't have buttermilk but you have lemon juice, vinegar or cream of tarter and whole milk you can make your. Simply add 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar plus enough milk to make 1/2 cup. Let stand 5 minutes before using. Or combine 1 teaspoon of cream of tartar to 1/2 cup whole milk. Happy baking!
White or Dark Rum?
Hi Winona, Both will work equally well. You can use which ever one you prefer the flavor of, or have on hand. Happy baking!
This recipe makes me want more thanks in Indiana
Do we have to use the rum? Does that make a difference in the cake if I don’t use it?
Hi Tierra. You can replace the rum with pineapple juice and it will be just as delicious. Happy Baking!
Can you use canned pineapple in this recipe? If so juice or syrup and what size.
H Eveyln, Yes you can use canned pineapple in juice in place of the fresh pineapple. Happy Baking!