Pineapple Upside-Down Cupcakes
Pineapple Upside-Down Cupcakes are individual-sized cakes where a caramelized pineapple ring and maraschino cherry are baked at the bottom of the muffin tin, then flipped to become the topping. They typically feature a moist yellow or butter cake base, brown sugar, butter, pineapple, and cherries. This dessert is a classic American treat, popularized in the mid-20th century as a convenient, portion-controlled twist on the traditional Pineapple Upside-Down Cake.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These cupcakes are high in carbohydrates and fats, primarily from sugar, butter, and refined flour, with minimal protein. A single cupcake generally provides around 250-350 calories, offering quick energy but little in the way of essential nutrients beyond some vitamin C from the pineapple.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 52 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 35 g |
| Sodium | 220 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin A | 70 IU |
| Vitamin C | 6 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 70 mg |
Per 1 cupcake (110 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The 'upside-down' baking technique is a clever, centuries-old method that caramelizes the fruit topping directly in the pan, creating a built-in glaze. Nutritionally, the pineapple does provide a small boost of fiber and vitamin C, but it's often overshadowed by the dessert's high sugar content.
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