Easy Pineapple Upside-Down Pudding (Mary Berry Recipe)

Pineapple upside-down pudding cake is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. If you’re looking for a delicious and easy recipe to try, look no further than Mary Berry’s Pineapple Upside-Down Pudding! With its sweet pineapple topping and light sponge, this dessert is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 60 g Butter (softened)
• 60 g Dark Brown Sugar
• 225 g Pineapple rings (in natural juice, reserve the juice)
• 4 Dried apricots (chopped)

Sponge

• 125 g butter (softened)
• 125 g Caster Sugar
• 2 Eggs (beaten)
• 175 g Self-Raising Flour
• 1 tsp Baking powder (level)

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STEP 1: Preheat your oven to 180℃/160℃ fan/Gas 4. and butter and line the bottom of a 18cm/7in cake tin. Cream together the butter and sugar and spread evenly over the baking parchment.

STEP 2: Arrange the pineapple rings on top of the butter and sugar mixture, sprinkle the chopped dried apricots among the pineapple rings.

STEP 3: For the sponge, put the butter, caster sugar, eggs, flour and baking powder into a bowl with 2 tbsp of the reserved pineapple juice. Beat for 2 minutes until smooth and well blended. Spoon the mixture on top of the rings and level the surface.

STEP 4: Bake for 45 minutes until the sponge is well risen and springy to touch. Invert the sponge on to a warmed serving plate, and serve at once.

Top Tips

• Make sure to use a solid base cake tin to prevent the topping from leaking out.
• Melt the butter and sugar together until they are fully combined and pour the mixture into the cake tin before arranging the pineapple rings on top.
• Use fresh pineapple if possible, as it will give the pudding a better flavor.
• If using canned pineapple, make sure to drain it well before using to prevent excess liquid in the pudding.
• Cream the butter and sugar together until they are light and fluffy to ensure a light and airy sponge.
• Be careful not to overmix the sponge mixture once the flour and baking powder are added, as this can result in a tough texture.
• Use an electric whisk to make the sponge mixture for the best results.
• Add glace cherries to the middle of the pineapple rings for extra colour.
• Serve the pudding warm with cream or custard for a delicious dessert.