Your New Sweet Treat For Any Function This Summer
Looking for a light, fruity dessert that pairs perfectly with your favourite Muskoka Spirits beverage? This Pineapple & Raspberry Upside Down Cake is the ultimate summer indulgence—and pairs beautifully with a chilled can of Muskoka Spirits Hard Sparkling Water.
Whether you're hosting your next backyard soirée, heading to the cottage, or just craving something sweet and simple, this recipe brings together bold flavours and easy prep for a dessert that’s as refreshing as it is delicious.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 8 canned pineapple rings
- 8 fresh raspberries
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temp)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup plain or vanilla full-fat yogurt
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice (from the can)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 325°F and grease a 9-inch round baking dish.
2. In a small saucepan, stir together melted butter and brown sugar over low heat. Pour into the baking dish to coat the base.
3. Arrange pineapple rings and raspberries on top of the sugar mixture.
4. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
5. Stir in yogurt, pineapple juice, flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
6. Pour the batter over the fruit and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the top springs back when touched.
7. Let cool for 30 minutes, then flip onto a serving plate. Slice and enjoy!
The Perfect Pairing: Muskoka Spirits Hard Sparkling Water
This cake is rich and fruity, which makes it the perfect match for the light, refreshing taste of Muskoka Spirits Hard Sparkling Water. Whether you’re sipping on the bevy that inspired the dish, Pineapple & Raspberry, or reaching for another flavour like Field Berry & Lemon, or Cherry & Lime, the clean finish balances the sweetness of the cake and keeps the pairing feeling fresh.
Make It The Muskoka Way
Why rush through summer when you can savour it? This recipe is your invitation to kick back at the cottage, sip on your favourite Hard Sparkling Water, and turn an ordinary day into something picturesque.
Cheers!
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