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Mini pineapple upside down cakes

Add a tropical spin to your dessert lineup with these Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes made with Drake’s® Mini Pound Cakes. With caramelized pineapple rings, a pop of cherry, and soft pound cake, this easy stovetop recipe brings big flavor with minimal effort.


Why You’ll Love'em:

  • Fast & Simple: Made on the stovetop—no oven needed.
  • Classic with a Twist: A fun take on a retro favorite using convenient ingredients.
  • Great for Entertaining: Just the right size for parties, showers, or after-dinner treats.


Perfect for any occasion, these mini cakes offer a fresh way to enjoy a timeless dessert.

Makes 6 Servings


Ingredients:

1 Carton Drake's® Cakes Mini Pound Cakes
1/4 Cup Unsalted Butter
1/4 Cup Brown Sugar
1 8 oz. Can Pineapple Rings, Reserve Juice
1 Container Maraschino Cherries


Supplies:

Large Non-Stick Pan

Directions:

  1. Unwrap each Mini Pound Cake and cut lengthwise into halves.
  2. Heat a non-stick pan over medium-low heat, and melt butter in the pan.
  3. Once butter is melted, stir in 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and half of the pineapple juice until the brown sugar has dissolved
  4. Place 3-4 pound cakes in the hot pan.
  5. Cook for about 2 minutes, or until the pound cake is golden brown on the bottom.
  6. Flip and top each cake with a pineapple ring and maraschino cherry. Cook for about 2 more minutes.
  7. Repeat steps 2-6 for the remaining cakes.
  8. Serve immediately, drizzled with sauce from the pan.


Creation Tips:
Try with a scoop of your favorite ice cream or whipped cream!

Product Used:

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