Healthy Recipes Free of Gluten, Dairy, and Soy for Serious Eaters
Pineapple Upside-down Pound Cake
I have found a solution for pineapple that is on the verge of turning to pure alcohol! Come on I’m not the only one who’s bought a pineapple and by the time I’ve eaten half and frozen half for smoothies I’ve still got leftovers…Here is a new solution!
This delicious dessert is amazing and the cake is so dense, buttery, and luscious. Simple and easy! You can use canned as well if you’re in a pinch! I really suggest you use fresh pineapple. Dig out your frozen leftovers and let them thaw while you prep the pound-cake. You won’t regret the fresh tangy taste. Enjoy this cake warm with Coconut Whipped Cream or dairy-free ice cream!
I used a bunt cake pan which made it festive however you can use a 9×13 sheet cake pan as well. Why not try individual cupcakes. The cooking time will depend on your pan size.
1 tsp of vanilla or the seeds from one vanilla bean
Directions
Step 1 Turn on the over to 350 degrees. Butter or oil a bunt or a 9X13 sheet cake pan.
Step 2 Place the sliced pineapple, sugar, vanilla, melted butter, and lemon in a small bowl and mix well. Set aside.
Step 3 In another small bowl place the coconut milk and stir in the vinegar. Set aside.
Step 4 In a medium bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 5 In your standing or with a hand mixer beat the butter, with the sugar on medium for 4-5 minutes until fluffy. Don’t cheat…this is critical!
Step 6 Add the vanilla or the seeds of a vanilla bean.
Step 7 Add the egg whites and egg(s) one at a time beating one minute with each addition.
Step 8 Continue to beat the mixture on medium for 3 more minutes scraping the bowl frequently.
Step 9 Slowly add a third of the flour mixture alternating with a third of the coconut milk mixture. Blend well after each addition until all is incorporated.
Step 10 Pour the pineapple mixture into the grease bunt pan or 9×13 sheet pan.
Step 11 Pour the cake mixture over the top of the pineapple mixture.
Step 12 Bake for 30-45 minutes depending on your baking pan. After 30 minutes, check the center with a sharp knife and if it comes out clean it is done.
Step 13 Let the cake cool for 20 minutes. Place a serving pan over the top of the cake and carefully flip it over onto the serving dish.
Step 14 Enjoy this cake warm with Coconut Whipped Cream or dairy-free ice cream!
I'm Melinda Stevens and living the life of a beach bum was inevitable since my father was a lifeguard for the city of Los Angeles. My memories of growing up on John Street in Manhattan Beach, California were filled with joy, excitement and adventures; until my world, as I knew it, fell apart when we moved to Del Mar, California. My father was offered the position as Captain of the lifeguards and we started the slow migration to the small deserted stretch of beach in 1963. At twelve years old, this seemed like the end of my life. Remember, I’m writing with clear hindsight now, ok somewhat clearer… Little did I know this would be the beginning of a new journey and give a bit more clarity to many of the events that led me to this new cooking adventure.