Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready when you are.

2. Prepare the Topping

• • Melt ¼ cup of unsalted butter and pour it into a round cake pan.

• • Sprinkle ½ cup of brown sugar evenly over the butter.

• • Arrange pineapple slices on top, placing a maraschino cherry in the center of each slice.

3. Make the Cake Batter

• • In a bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon of salt.

• • In another bowl, mix ½ cup of milk (or reserved pineapple juice), 2 eggs, ½ cup of softened butter, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

• • Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just smooth.

4. Assemble and Bake

• • Pour the batter over the pineapple slices in the pan, spreading it evenly.

• • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

5. Cool and Flip

• • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

• • Carefully invert it onto a serving plate, revealing the glossy pineapple topping.