Classic Pineapple Upside-Down Cake - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 16

Dessert

This Classic Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

This sweet-and-gooey retro cake boasts a golden-brown top and a moist crumb thanks to ready-sliced pineapple rings and a butter-rich batter.

Ingredients

1 can pineapple rings in pineapple juice
12 tbsp. unsalted butter
1/2 c. light brown sugar
1/2 c. dark brown sugar
1/3 c. chopped pecans
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
4 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 1/2 c. granulated sugar

Instructions

Heat oven to 325 degrees F.
Drain the pineapples and discard the juice. Place the pineapples on six layers of paper towel and allow the excess liquid to absorb for 5 minutes. Flip the rings over onto a dry spot of the towel and repeat.
Melt 6 tablespoons of butter, pour it into a 10-inch round cake pan, and sprinkle with the brown sugars. Arrange the pineapple rings in a single layer over the brown sugars, sprinkle with the nuts, and set aside.
Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl and set aside. Lightly beat the eggs, yolks, and vanilla together in a small bowl and set aside. Beat the remaining 6 tablespoons of butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl using an electric mixer set on medium-high speed until light and fluffy.
Reduce speed to low and alternately mix in the flour mixture and egg mixture. Pour the batter into the pan and bake until golden brown and a tester inserted in the center comes out clean — about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes on wire rack. Run a small, sharp knife around the edge of the pan to release cake.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Classic Pineapple Upside-Down Cake good for PCOS?

Yes, this Classic Pineapple Upside-Down Cake recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dessert with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dessert. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 16 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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