I've never had or tried to make pineapple upside down cake. So I gave this recipe a whirl. Wow was it sweet. But I have a question is it supposed to be soooo moist and it almost seemed thick? Please let me know because I followed the recipe exactly as it was and to me it just didn't seem right. I didn't stack it because I'm not sure if my knife would've made it through in one piece like I said very thick or dense? I expected it to be light and fluffy like "cake", but it was nothing but. Please someone let me know. Thank you!!

By BLANCA on January 11, 2012

I would give this cake a 5 star rating. I don't ever make a cake that isn't from a box and this was so easy to do. I did not stack the cakes or use the icing as I wanted a cake that tasted like my Mom's. I put each cake on an individual large plate (to catch the melting brown sugar) after cooling for 15 minutes in the pan. The cake was so sweet and moist. All of my guest loved the cake and I sent left overs home with them from the 2nd cake. Thanks Paula!

By Sheila on January 02, 2012

I saw paula make her pineapple upside down cake onher show and knew i had to make it for my dad. It s his fave. I made it thanksgiving morning . Omg! It was sooo good we didnt even eat pumpkin pie! Thanks paula

By Joan on December 05, 2011

This Thanksgiving, I had to adapt the above recipe to gluten free, dairy free, egg free recipe to accommodate the dietary needs of my sister in law (she's nursing a 2 month old with a dairy allergy)...I must say before having to make this adaptation to your cake recipe, I was extremely nervous about how it would turn out...I used Pamela's Gluten-Wheat Free flour, corn starch, coconut and soy based substitute products to substitute the flour, eggs, and dairy...The cake came out way above all expectations...Tasted exactly like the original recipe and it could not have been a better hit...Just a thought: Don't know if you've thought of adapting your recipes for vegans...but you definitely should...it is soooo hard to find tasty vegan dessert recipes...I feel that plenty of mothers whose children have dairy allergies that would greatly appreciate this type of adaptation ...

By Aynos on November 28, 2011

OMG, So YUMMY!!! This was my first cake recipe, not only is it easy to do, it was delicious.

By Katie Love on November 10, 2011

Paula, you are so awesome ! when I veiwed your show While you were baking that pineapple upside down cake my mouth was watering ... I will be trying this receipe and will Email you on how it turned out......As you would say" Best wishes from our house to yours!!!!!

By Brenda Spencer on November 02, 2011

I was watching your show, cant remember which one, but there was another lady on the show making a pineapple upside down cake with an iron skillet, where would I find that recipe? Looked really easy, .. HELP.. I am sure yours is wonderful too, I ate at your place in Tunica Ms. and the food was GREAT, and I couldnt stop drinking that ice tea with the mint leaves in it. Thanks Annabelle

By Annabelle on October 24, 2011

Saw you make this pineapple upside down cake on your show, can't wait to try it! I believe it was the show with the model on it.... and your son's. sure enjoyed it and looked like they did too!

By Charlotte Brumley on October 23, 2011

The cake looks delicious because I saw it on TV and copied the recipe. I can't wait to make it....but I would like a picture of it with the recipe and there is none!!!!

By Berni on October 17, 2011

Well, Paula's done it once again. This recipe was made on behalf one of my close friends who wanted a pineapple upside down cake, minus the frosting. I used the frosting for a batch of cupcakes I made, and left the cake alone, and it was a sure fire hit, the only problem was... It was gone before everyone got a piece, because it was such a treat. The cake was moist, and it wasn't overly sweet, would have been great paired with vanilla ice cream.

By Rachel on October 01, 2011

This cake was unbelievably delicious...i wanted to make cupcakes for the girls at work who were returning to college, but I didn't like any of the recipes out there. I LOVED the sound of this recipe so I modified it for cupcakes....IT WAS SO DELICIOUS! the worst part about it was eating the "cake batter" it was SO GOOD, I can see myself using that cake batter base for many recipes to come Simply Delicious...Pure Paula Deen!

By Jean Martin on August 10, 2011

This sounds wonderful! My fondest memories of growing up was my father making be a pineapple upside down cake for my birthdays. This recipe will definately bring back some good memories and hopefully create new ones for my grandchildren. Thanks Paula!

By Sharon on July 27, 2011

Absolutely DELECTABLE!!!!! This is the Best Cake I have EVER had, I cannot believe I actually made it!! I am a self proclaimed "non-baker", not anymore! I am already planning on my next Paula Dean baking recipe, Thanks Paula, my family LOVED this, is there any better reason to keep baking??? Much Love from South Dakota!

By Juanita Hansen on July 22, 2011

Followed recipe exactly. The cake tasted great but after all ingredients were prepared decided to use 9 x 13 in lieu of the 9" pans. Way too much brown sugar and cake batter for two nine inch pans.

By LEB on May 22, 2011

paula you are my best friend this recipe made my day thank you so much

By wanda angel on April 22, 2011

This cake is absolutely delicious! I used the pineapple rings on top and put cherries in the center of each. Then I used the remaining crushed pineapple to surround the rings. Any way you make it it is out of this world. Brought it to work and people raved about it. I'm making it for my son's birthday this week. I also had a bit of leftover batter but I baked about 5 cupcakes with the extra batter and frosted them so just don't overfill your pans!!

By Jen Pierce on March 16, 2011

This cake is F A N A S T I C!!! I'm making it, now, for a fund raising dessert auction, tonight! To add a bit a glitz and glamour to the cake, I only used cherries on the bottom layer. The center of the pineapples on the top layer will be large rhinestones! Too much fun and so very good!! God bless you, Paula Deen!!! In Christ, Teresa

By Teresa Woodfill on February 12, 2011

I made 2 of these cakes today because I always have to give one away of something new I try , and they were sooo good and so super easy to make ..I wish i could upload a picture to show you how good it turned out .i was very proud of myself.Thansk for the great recipes Paula Deen

By amanda on January 22, 2011

Mrs.Dean! I'm a big fan of yours, I watch u all the time on the Food Network n I think u r awsome! I tried ur Pineapple Upside-down cake n it"s beyond delicious! My hubby n I loved so much! I saw u 2day on Exreme makeover, I just wish that some day I can meet u in person! Bye! God Bless!

By Iris Cruz on January 17, 2011

I watched you make it on tv and it looked delicious and I didn't have a chance to write down the receipe, but you didn't tell all the measurement either. bad girl paula, no butter for a day. ha ha ha love watching you on the television, you seem so nice and kind and sweet. but you need to get your youngest son married. Oh and the kitchen keeps changing. stay with one studio please. I like the kitchen with the wooden refrigerator doors that look like your cabinets. One of your loyal fans. Robert Barhorst

By Robert Barhorst on January 16, 2011