Description
A quick and easy version of the classic pineapple upside-down cake made in an air fryer.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 pineapple rings (canned or fresh)
- 3 maraschino cherries
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 320°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
- Grease a small cake pan that fits in your air fryer.
- Place pineapple rings at the bottom of the pan, adding a cherry in the center of each.
- Sprinkle brown sugar over the pineapples and add butter pieces.
- Pour the batter over the pineapples.
- Place the pan in the air fryer and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 5 minutes, then invert onto a plate.
Notes
- Use a pan that fits your air fryer basket.
- Check doneness at 20 minutes to prevent over-baking.
- Fresh pineapple can be used but may require more sugar for sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American