15ouncescanned pineapple slices(9 slices), *reserve 2 tablespoons juice
Cake
4tablespoonsbuttersoftened
¾cupsugar
2largeegg yolks
1cupall-purpose flour
½teaspoonbaking powder
¼teaspoonbaking soda
½teaspooncoarse salt
½cupmilk
2tablespoonspineapple juicereserved from can
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350ºF.
Pour 4 tablespoons melted butter into an 8-inch baking pan.
Add ¼ cup packed brown sugar and smooth it in bottom of the pan.
Line 9 slices from 15 ounces canned pineapple slices in a single layer over the brown sugar. *Cut some of the slices in half to place along the edges of pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon coarse salt.
In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to beat 4 tablespoons butter and ¾ cup sugar until pale and fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Beat in 2 large egg yolks.
Add flour mixture to wet ingredients in 3 batches, alternating with ½ cup milk; beating on medium-low speed until combined.
Pour in 2 tablespoons pineapple juice and combine. Don't over mix.
Transfer batter to the prepared pan; smooth the top.
Bake cake in preheated 350℉ oven for 30-33 minutes, until golden brown and a cake tester or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cake cool in the pan, then cut slices and flip them upside down to serve.
Notes
Be careful not to over mix when adding the pineapple juice.