Pineapple kuchen is a variation of the classic German cake that has conquered tables in southern Chile and other Latin American countries. This easy recipe combines a soft dough base with golden caramel and pineapple slices, creating a moist, sweet dessert with a tangy twist that delights both young and old. It's ideal for tea time, breakfast, or as a dessert after a family meal.
Unlike other cakes, the kuchen is baked with the fruit at the bottom and flipped over when serving, allowing the caramel to soak into the dough. This pineapple version is refreshing and tropical, perfect for those seeking a dessert that isn't overly sweet.
You can use fresh or canned pineapple; if using fresh, place it directly over the caramel, while canned should be well drained. You can also add a touch of cinnamon or shredded coconut for an extra twist. Pineapple kuchen is easy to make with basic ingredients you likely have at home, and the result is a spectacular dessert that will impress your guests.
Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Servings
20
Calories
307 kcal
Make a dry candy and place the sliced pineapples on top when you're ready. If they are natural pineapples, they are placed immediately, if they are jar cones, on the other hand, let them drain before placing them.
For the dough, combine all the ingredients, except the milk, and mix. When everything is integrated, we add milk little by little until a dough forms that doesn't stick to our hands.
Whisk the dough over the pineapples and caramel and bake in a preheated oven, at 180°C for about 15 to 20 minutes, until the dough is golden brown.
Boiled, we wait for it to cool, turn it over and serve.
