Ingredients and Weight:
- 8oz pineapple rings (fresh or canned)
- 16oz mixed fruit juice (such as pineapple juice, cherry juice)
- 1 box (18oz) yellow cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
Preparation Time: 45 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, oil, and enough fruit juice to make a soft cake batter. Mix well.
- Arrange pineapple rings in an even layer in a greased baking dish. Sprinkle with brown sugar.
- Pour the cake batter over the pineapple rings, ensuring the entire surface is covered.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before inverting onto a serving plate.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on average values; actual nutritional content may vary)
- Calories: Approximately 450 per serving (8 servings total)
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Protein: 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- The sweet and sour taste of pineapple combines perfectly with the rich flavor of cake.
- The dish is visually appealing with its bright colors and unique presentation.
- It has a tender and moist cake texture with a slight crispness from the pineapple rings.
User Comments:
- "This is an excellent combination of flavors! The pineapple gives the cake a unique taste."
- "The texture of the cake is perfect, not too dense and not too light."
- "This dish is a great way to introduce pineapple into a traditional dessert."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh pineapple rings or good-quality canned pineapple for best results.
- Do not overmix the cake batter to avoid a tough texture.
- Check the center of the cake with a toothpick to ensure it is fully cooked before removing from the oven.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before inverting it onto a serving plate to ensure it holds its shape.
