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Cranberry Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Cranberry Pineapple Upside Down Cake
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If you’re searching for a stunning dessert that marries sweet and tart flavors, the Cranberry Pineapple Upside Down Cake is your answer. This delightful cake features a luscious buttery caramel glaze complemented by vibrant cranberries and juicy pineapple, resulting in a visually striking and delicious treat. Perfect for gatherings, this easy recipe comes together with simple ingredients you likely have on hand, making it an ideal choice for both special occasions and casual family dinners. The individual-sized cakes are not only charming but also convenient for serving, ensuring everyone gets their own delightful piece.

Ingredients

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  • 6 oz fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 – 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup butter, at room temperature
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons corn syrup
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon table salt
  • 6 sliced rings of canned pineapple
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon table salt
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk, at room temperature

Instructions

  1. Prepare cranberry sauce by cooking cranberries with sugar, orange zest, and lemon juice until they burst and create a sauce.
  2. Grease six small springform pans and line them with parchment paper.
  3. Make the glaze by combining butter, dark brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until fluffy.
  4. Layer the glaze in the pans followed by cranberry sauce and pineapple rings.
  5. For the cake batter, beat egg whites until frothy; cream remaining butter and sugars until light.
  6. Mix dry ingredients with buttermilk into the batter; fold in beaten egg whites gently.
  7. Fill pans with batter and bake until golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool before serving warm.

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