Classic Dairy-Free Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
This easy dairy-free pineapple upside-down cake is made from scratch with simple ingredients. Featuring caramelized pineapple, soft fluffy sponge, and a classic retro design, it’s the perfect summer dessert for any occasion.
Angela's Top Tip
Weigh your dry ingredients in grams with a scale for best results!
Ingredients
For the cake batter:
- 100 grams Self Raising Flour
- 100 grams Plant Based Butter (unsalted)
- 100 grams White Sugar
- 1.5 tbsp Pineapple Juice
- 2 Eggs (large - see note)
For the topping:
- 50 grams Brown Sugar
- Pineapple Rings
- Glace Cherries
Instructions
Prep:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all of your equipment and ingredients and allow the eggs and butter to come to room temperature
Make the Cake:
- Add the flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and pineapple juice to a mixing bowl. Mix with a hand mixer until smooth and well combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Grease a 9-inch round cake pan thoroughly.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the base of the pan and gently press it down.
- Arrange the pineapple rings and glace cherries on top in your desired pattern.
- Carefully pour the cake batter on top of the fruit and spread evenly, taking care not to disturb the design.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown, and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
Turn Out and Serve:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning out onto a serving plate. If needed, gently loosen the edges with a spatula and carefully shake the pan to release.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with whipped cream or ice cream. Enjoy!
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Notes
Yield: This cake makes 8 generous slices, though it’s easy to cut smaller portions if serving a crowd.
Vegan Option: Substitute the eggs with 100 grams of applesauce, 2 flax eggs (2 tablespoons of ground flax mixed with 6 tablespoons of water), or a commercial egg replacer.
Gluten-Free Option: Substitute the self-raising flour with my gluten-free self-raising flour blend. All other ingredients remain the same.
Storage: Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 48 hours.
Freezing: Cool completely, then wrap individual slices in cling film (plastic wrap) and freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Defrost at room temperature before unwrapping then serving.
Fruit Variations: Pineapple can be replaced with apples, pears, or peaches. Adjust sugar slightly depending on how sweet or tart the fruit is.
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