Tropical Sunrise Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

A moist and flavorful pineapple upside-down cake with a hint of coconut and a crunchy macadamia nut topping

Prep: 30mCook: 45mTotal: 1h 15m8 slicesMediumAmericandessert

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Ingredients

  • unsalted butter1 cup
  • granulated sugar1 cup
  • large eggs2 eggs
  • all-purpose flour2 cups
  • baking powder1 teaspoon
  • salt0.5 teaspoon
  • shredded coconut1 cup
  • macadamia nuts0.5 cup
  • pineapple rings1 cup
  • brown sugar0.25 cup
  • rum extract0.25 teaspoon

Nutrition

350

Calories (kcal)

4

Protein (g)

45

Carbs (g)

18

Fat (g)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 10-inch tube pan and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time.

  3. 3

    In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.

  4. 4

    Stir in shredded coconut, macadamia nuts, and pineapple rings.

  5. 5

    Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth top.

  6. 6

    In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and rum extract. Sprinkle over top of batter.

  7. 7

    Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  8. 8

    Let cake cool in pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips

  • Use fresh pineapple rings for the best flavor

  • Don't overmix the batter

  • Let the cake cool completely before serving

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