IntroductionThis is my mom's recipe, and she bakes it in an iron skillet. She substitutes the water in the cake mix with the same amount of pineapple juice from the crushed pineapples. It makes for a very moist and sweet cake! No one will ever know it's made with Sugar Free ingredients (unless you tell them!). Guaranteed!!!! This is my mom's recipe, and she bakes it in an iron skillet. She substitutes the water in the cake mix with the same amount of pineapple juice from the crushed pineapples. It makes for a very moist and sweet cake! No one will ever know it's made with Sugar Free ingredients (unless you tell them!). Guaranteed!!!! Show
Minutes to Prepare: 55 Minutes to Cook: 45 Number of Servings: 12 Ingredients
20 oz. can Dole Crushed Pineapple in 100% Pineapple Juice (drained, with juice reserved) 1 cup pineapple juice from crushed pineapple 3 eggs 1 stick unsalted butter 1/3 cup Canola Oil 1/2 cup Splenda Brown Sugar Blend Directions 1. Drain crushed pineapple. Reserve the juice. Serving Size: Makes 12 servings Number of Servings: 12 Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user SANDYINLEX68. This easy Gluten-free Keto Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is surprisingly low in carbs with only 3.8 grams of net carbs per slice and the best buttery, moist pineapple cake crumb ever!
I know what you think, pineapple is high in carbs and sugar, and I can’t eat pineapple on a keto low-carb diet. Well, not exactly, and let me explain below. Is Pineapple Keto-friendly?Pineapple is not a keto-friendly fruit – it’s rather high in carbs and natural sugar from fructose. So if you are craving fruits on a keto diet, don’t eat pineapple. With more than 20 grams of net carbs, a cup of pineapple will reach all your daily macros. Instead, if you want to eat fruits, snack on berries or keto-friendly fruits. Can I Eat Pineapple On A Keto Diet?On a keto diet, nothing is 100% bad or 100% good. It’s all about the quantity taken. So pineapple is not a keto-friendly snack to fill you up on its own because you would need a large quantity to feel full. But you can use small amounts to flavor a dish or a cake. The keto diet consists of switching your body to a ketosis mode to burn fat as a source of energy instead of glucose. This state naturally occurs in the body when you eat less than 25 grams net carb per day (this number varies slightly from person to person). So with 11.6 grams of net carbs per 100 grams (3.5oz), pineapple is a high-carb fruit. If you want to sneak some fresh pineapple into your daily macro, you will have to weigh your portion and keep it very small! As a result, 25 grams of pineapple bring about 3 grams of net carb, so it’s what you should aim for. How To Make Keto Pineapple Upside-Down CakeLuckily, you can make a keto pineapple cake using some tricks to bring out all the natural flavor of pineapple without the added sugar or excessive carbs. All you need to make this moist, buttery cake are a few simple ingredients, split into two steps. Bottom Layer IngredientsAn upside-down pineapple cake is made with a buttered cake pan filled with pineapple rings and glazed cherries. To make a low-carb pineapple cake, you will need to tweak the authentic recipe by using the ingredients below :
Pineapple Cake BatterFor the cake batter, you need:
Cutting The PineappleFirst, peel the fresh pineapple and then cut the fresh pineapple into very thin rings. You should aim for 3-mm/0.1-inches pineapple rings. Remove the center of each ring using the back of a piping nozzle or a round shape. Pat dry the pineapple ring in absorbent paper to remove extra juice and prevent the top of the cake from becoming too moist. Preparing The Cake PanNext, select a non-stick 9-inch round cake pan – mine has a removable side and bottom, which is very convenient to unmold this almond flour pineapple cake easily. In a bowl, combine softened butter and sugar-free brown sweetener until creamy. Using a silicone spatula, press and rub the butter mixture on the bottom and the sides of the pan. Add the three pineapple rings to the bottom of the pan and add 3 raspberries into the hole of each ring. You can add 2-3 more on the sides if you like! Almond Flour Pineapple Cake BatterIn a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, almond milk, sweetener, pineapple extract, vanilla extract, and melted butter. In another bowl, combine all the remaining ingredients: almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Finally, stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a slightly thick and grainy cake batter forms. Assembling The Pineapple CakeSpread the keto pineapple cake batter over the pineapple rings evenly using a spatula.
Baking The CakeBake the cake in the center rack of the oven until golden brown and a pick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. Cooling DownCool the cake down in the pan for 30 minutes, then release the sides of the pan. Flip the cake upside down on a serving cake plate. Making It ShineThis is totally optional, but to make the top of the cake shiny, you can brush 1-2 tablespoons of sugar-free pineapple syrup on top of the cake. Baking TipsHere are my tips for using high-carb pineapple in keto recipes. Tip 1: Use Fresh PineappleSkip the canned pineapple pieces or rings that are soaked in pineapple juice. They are even higher in carbs! Tip 2: Use A Small Amount And Do The Math!A 9-inch cake serves about twelve portions (of a generous 100g or 3.5oz) and pineapple contains about 12 grams of net carbs per 100 grams. So it’s totally fine to use 100 grams (3.5 oz) of pineapple in a cake recipe. You will only get 1 gram of net carbs (12 grams of net carbs split into 12 portions) coming from the fresh fruit. The best way to add pineapple flavor in keto recipes is to use one of the zero-carb options below:
More Keto Cake RecipesI love sugar-free cakes, and below are my top low-carb cake recipes for you to try: Have you made this keto pineapple cake recipe? Share a comment or review below to let me know how it turned out! 3.8gNet Carbs This Keto Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is an easy, moist, and buttery childhood favorite upside down cake revisited sugar-free and gluten-free, with a delicious pineapple caramel flavor. Prep: 15 mins Cook: 35 mins Total: 50 mins Yield: 12 slices Serving Size: 1 slice Net Carbs 3.8g Fat 25.6g Protein 7.7g Calories 271.7kcal For the bottom layer
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Optional – to brush on top
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To save your own private notes on your favorite recipes, join Sweetashoney Members! Nutrition Facts Keto Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Amount Per Serving (1 slice) Calories 271.7 Calories from Fat 230 % Daily Value* Fat 25.6g39% Saturated Fat 6.8g43% Trans Fat 0.3g Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g Monounsaturated Fat 3.9g Cholesterol 66.8mg22% Sodium 246.5mg11% Potassium 22.7mg1% Carbohydrates 6.8g2% Fiber 3g13% Sugar 1.1g1% Protein 7.7g15% Net Carbs 3.8g Vitamin A 429.4IU9% Vitamin B12 0.1µg2% Vitamin C 0.3mg0% Vitamin D 0.4µg3% Calcium 116.9mg12% Iron 1.4mg8% Magnesium 2.2mg1% Zinc 0.2mg1% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. How many carbs are in a pineapple upside down cake?Desserts Pineapple Upside Down Cake 1 Slice (1 serving) contains 17g total carbs, 17g net carbs, 4.5g fat, 3g protein, and 120 calories.
Why does my pineapple upside down cake stick?If it cools in the pan, the sugar-fruit mixture will harden and stick. Let the cake cool for 5 minutes. Then run a small spatula around the side to loosen it. Put a serving plate upside-down on top of the cake pan.
Can you use parchment paper on the bottom of a pineapple upside down cake?This can happen even when you wait several hours for the homey classic to cool. To get the goo to stay where you want it and not impede the release of the cake, line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper or a silicone cake-pan liner after you grease the pan.
Can I make pineapple upside down cake the night before?Like most cakes, pineapple upside-down cakes can be made in advance. Warm the cake slightly after it's been refrigerated or frozen and it will taste like it was made the same day!
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