Should I Use Honey or Brown Sugar?
In the comments beneath Asma’s video, many TikTokers suggest using brown sugar instead of honey. Traditionally, pineapple upside-down cakes—like this spiced version—use brown sugar, but I wanted to give Asma’s honey replacement a chance. After all, different sugars yield different tastes and textures in baking. So, I tried both to compare.
I preferred replacing the tablespoon or so of honey per pastry with brown sugar. The sugar caramelized better in the oven and blended into the flavors of the pineapple more easily. However, according to shoot photographer Adrienne Peña, “the honey tastes lighter,” so if you’re looking for just a touch of sweetness, opt for that.
More Recipes to Use Up Canned Pineapple
Now that you’ve finished your pineapple upside-down pastries, you can use up the remaining canned pineapple in dozens of ways. Try one of our recipes using canned pineapple, including everything from dinner rolls to Hawaiian-style burgers to a white chocolate fruit tart. When in doubt, you can always opt for more riffs on a pineapple upside-down cake, like these pineapple upside-down muffins!
Also, learn about the benefits of pineapple for skin.
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