Description: Mini pineapple upside-down cake cups with a caramelized pineapple and cherry topping, baked to golden perfection. These delightful individual desserts are perfect for holiday celebrations.
Recipe:
- Servings: 6 cups
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 6 pineapple rings (canned or fresh)
- 6 maraschino cherries
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Prepare Topping: Mix melted butter and brown sugar in a small bowl. Divide the mixture evenly among 6 silicone muffin cups. Place a pineapple ring in each cup, and place a cherry in the center of each ring.
- Prepare Batter: In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, mix milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth.
- Fill Cups: Pour the batter evenly over the pineapple rings, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 180°C (350°F).
- Bake Cakes: Place the filled cups in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cakes cool for a few minutes, then carefully invert onto a plate to reveal the pineapple topping. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information (Per Cup):
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Sodium: 80mg
Notes:
- For a festive twist, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Use silicone molds for easy removal and cleanup.
Let me know if you’d like additional dessert ideas or variations! 😊