Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 box of yellow cake mix (e.g., Duncan Hines)
- 1 cup chopped fresh pineapple
- 1/2 cup pitted cherries, fresh or frozen
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk or water (for adjusting consistency)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45-55 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
- In a bowl, mix the cake mix with melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add milk or water to adjust the consistency of the cake mixture. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine chopped pineapple and cherries with sugar and let them macerate for about 10 minutes.
- In a 9-inch round baking pan, add the pineapple-cherry mixture, spreading it evenly on the bottom of the pan.
- Pour the cake mixture over the pineapple-cherry layer and spread evenly.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before inverting onto a serving plate.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)
Calories: Approx. 350 calories per slice depending on the brand of cake mix used.
Fat: Approx. 15g, Carbohydrates: Approx. 50g, Protein: Approx. 5g.
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique combination of pineapple and cherry flavors.
- The cake has a moist and dense texture with a sweet and fruity taste.
- The pineapple and cherry mixture at the bottom provides a sweet and juicy contrast to the cake.
User Comments:
- "This is an excellent combination of flavors! The pineapple and cherry make a great pairing."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make, yet it tastes like a five-star dish."
- "The cake is very moist and the pineapple-cherry mixture at the bottom is a great surprise."
- "I made this for my family and they loved it! It's a keeper."
- "Great dish for a special occasion or a weekend treat."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh or frozen cherries with pits removed to avoid any accidents during baking or eating.
- Adjust the consistency of the cake mixture according to the instructions on the cake mix box to ensure the best results.
