Upside-Down Pineapple Cake

Upside-down pineapple cake is a classic dessert made by arranging pineapple rings and cherries in a caramelised butter and brown sugar topping, then covering them with a light sponge mixture. Once baked, the cake is turned out so the glossy fruit topping sits on top. It is best served slightly warm, either on its own or with a spoonful of cream, custard or vanilla ice cream. For the best result, use drained tinned pineapple rings and allow the cake to rest for a few minutes before carefully inverting it onto a serving plate.