Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 4 large fresh pineapples, peeled and cut into 1 inch thick rings (weight varies depending on pineapple size)
• 1 cup of sugar
• 1 stick of unsalted butter (8 tablespoons)
• 3 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup of milk

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 2 hours (includes prep and cooking time)
• Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Stir in the milk until combined.
6. Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
7. Arrange pineapple rings on the bottom of a greased baking dish.
8. Pour the cake mixture over the pineapples.
9. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.

Nutritional Information: (Based on average ingredients and serving size of one slice)

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 65g
• Protein: 8g

Dish Characteristics:

• Unique combination of sweet pineapple and classic cake flavors.
• Grilling enhances the natural sweetness of the pineapple.
• Upside-down baking creates a visual appeal with the pineapple rings on top of the cake.

User Comments:

1. "The combination of pineapple and cake was a delightful surprise!" - John Doe, New York.
2. "The Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cake was a real hit with my family, especially the kids." - Jane Smith, California.
3. "The texture of the cake was moist and the pineapple added a unique flavor profile." - Michael Johnson, Texas.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use fresh pineapples for best results.
• Do not overbake or the cake may become dry.
• For best results, let the cake cool completely before inverting onto a serving plate to prevent it from falling apart.