Quick Pineapple Upside-Down Cake (Mug Cake)
60% authentic · American
A single-serving, microwave-friendly version of the classic Pineapple Upside-Down Cake. Perfect for a quick dessert craving, this mug cake captures the essence of the original with a simplified topping and cake batter.
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Ingredients
- Butter1 tablespoon
- Brown sugar2 tablespoons
- Pineapple chunk1
- Maraschino cherry1
- All-purpose flour4 tablespoons
- Granulated sugar2 tablespoons
- Baking powder1/4 teaspoon
- Saltpinch
- Milk3 tablespoons
- Vegetable oil1 tablespoon
Steps
- 1
In a microwave-safe mug, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Stir in 2 tablespoons of brown sugar until combined.
- 2
Place the pineapple chunk and maraschino cherry on top of the brown sugar mixture in the mug.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 4
Add milk and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5
Gently spoon the batter over the pineapple and cherry in the mug.
- 6
Microwave on high for 1.5 to 2 minutes, or until the cake is cooked through. Cooking time may vary depending on microwave.
- 7
Let cool slightly. Carefully invert the mug onto a small plate, or eat directly from the mug.
