Tropical Pineapple Upside-Down Biscuit Delights
Indulge in these delightful Tropical Pineapple Upside-Down Biscuit Delights, a modern twist on the classic treat that balances a sweet and salty flavor profile while remaining lighter. Perfect for family cooking time, this recipe not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also teaches kids valuable cooking skills. With low-calorie substitutions, these biscuits deliver all the nostalgic flavors without the guilt. Enjoy warm and watch them vanish quickly at any gathering!
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Servings
80
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Brown Sugar
1/4 cup (packed)
Low Calorie Sweetener
1/4 cup (measured cup for cup like sugar)
Crushed Pineapple
1 (8 ounce) can (drained with juice reserved)
Cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon (or to taste)
Smart Balance Light Butter Spread
1/4 cup (softened)
Maraschino Cherries
10 (whole)
Refrigerated Buttermilk Biscuits
1 (12 ounce) can (reduced fat)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, low-calorie sweetener, drained crushed pineapple, cinnamon, and Smart Balance light butter spread. Mix until well incorporated.
3
Grease 8-10 muffin tins with cooking spray or additional light butter spread. Evenly distribute the pineapple mixture into the bottom of each tin.
4
Firmly press one maraschino cherry into the center of each muffin tin, ensuring it goes in completely so that it remains visible when inverted.
5
Open the can of refrigerated buttermilk biscuits. Place one biscuit in each tin, trimming as necessary to fit, then drizzle a teaspoon of the reserved pineapple juice over each biscuit.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
7
Once baked, allow the biscuits to cool in the pan for 2-3 minutes. Carefully invert them onto a clean tea towel or large dish. If any pineapple bits remain stuck in the tin, simply scoop them out and replace them on top of the biscuits.
8
Serve warm and enjoy the tropical flavor explosion!
Nutrition Information
3.5
Fat
14
Carbs
1
Protein
0.75
Fiber
4
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the recipe for Tropical Pineapple Upside-Down Biscuit Delights?
This recipe is a modern, lighter twist on the classic pineapple upside-down cake using refrigerated buttermilk biscuits, crushed pineapple, and maraschino cherries.
How many calories are in one serving of these biscuit delights?
Each serving contains approximately 80 calories.
What is the total fat content per serving?
Each biscuit delight has 3.5 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this recipe?
There are 14 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the sugar content for these treats?
Each serving contains 4 grams of sugar.
How much protein does one biscuit provide?
Each serving provides 1 gram of protein.
How much fiber is in this recipe?
There is approximately 0.75 grams of fiber per serving.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How long do the biscuits need to bake?
The biscuits should bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
What type of pineapple is best for this recipe?
One 8-ounce can of drained crushed pineapple is required, making sure to reserve the juice.
What kind of biscuits should I use?
You should use one 12-ounce can of reduced-fat refrigerated buttermilk biscuits.
What type of butter spread is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of softened Smart Balance light butter spread.
Can I use a low-calorie sweetener?
Yes, the recipe uses 1/4 cup of low-calorie sweetener measured cup-for-cup like sugar.
How many maraschino cherries are needed?
You will need 10 whole maraschino cherries.
How do I prepare the muffin tins?
Grease 8-10 muffin tins with cooking spray or light butter spread before adding the pineapple mixture.
How do I incorporate the pineapple juice?
After placing the biscuits in the tins, drizzle a teaspoon of the reserved pineapple juice over each biscuit.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
How do I combine the topping ingredients?
In a large bowl, mix the brown sugar, sweetener, drained pineapple, cinnamon, and butter spread until well incorporated.
Where do the cherries go in the assembly process?
Firmly press one cherry into the center of the pineapple mixture in each muffin tin.
How long should the biscuits cool before inverting?
Allow the biscuits to cool in the pan for 2-3 minutes before inverting them.
What should I do if pineapple bits stick to the tin?
Simply scoop them out and place them back on top of the biscuits.
Is this recipe considered family-friendly?
Yes, it is designed for family cooking time and helps teach kids valuable cooking skills.
What are the flavor profiles of this dish?
The dish features a sweet and salty flavor profile with a tropical twist.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 7 main ingredients required for this recipe.
What spices are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon, or more to taste.
What is the recommended serving temperature?
These biscuit delights are best served warm.
What should I use to invert the biscuits onto?
You can invert them onto a clean tea towel or a large dish.
How do I ensure the cherry is visible?
Press the cherry firmly into the center so it remains visible once the biscuit is inverted.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include dessert, baking, biscuits, pineapple, lightened, tropical, and easy recipe.
Is this recipe high in cholesterol or sodium?
The provided nutritional data shows null values for cholesterol and sodium, but it uses light butter and reduced-fat biscuits to keep it lighter.