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Cyril Lignac's Upside-Down Pineapple Cake: An Easy, Flavor-Packed Recipe ("Sunshine in Your Mouth!")

Pineapple is always a winner! When acclaimed French chef Cyril Lignac showcased this irresistible upside-down pineapple cake on his hit show Tous en Cuisine on January 4, we couldn't wait to bring you the recipe. It's a must-try, especially given pineapple's impressive health credentials.

Pineapple: The Premier Purifying and Detox Fruit

Why pineapple? Thanks to bromelain, its powerhouse enzyme. This compound, abundant in pineapple, aids in breaking down proteins and starches, helping prevent bloating, indigestion, and heartburn. With high water content, potassium (a natural diuretic), gentle fibers, and bromelain, pineapple reigns as the ultimate detox fruit—ideal as a post-heavy-meal dessert for effortless digestion.

Pineapple: Enhancing the Flavor of Bodily Secretions

In 2018, Kim Kardashian sparked curiosity by posting on Instagram about pineapple juice benefits, posing with a carton and urging fans to "Google the benefits of pineapple juice." While we're discerning at Biba, it piqued our interest. Science backs her: studies confirm pineapple juice imparts a sweeter taste to semen and improves vulva odor. A fruity secret confirmed by research.

How to Make Cyril Lignac's Delicious Upside-Down Pineapple Cake (Serves 4)

Ingredients:

  • 1 Victoria pineapple, sliced
  • 90 g sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 120 g plain yogurt
  • 240 g sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 50 g sunflower oil
  • 150 g flour
  • 1 packet baking powder

Equipment:

  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Flexible spatula
  • Mold or cake pan
  • Cooling rack
  • Parchment paper

Instructions:

  • Combine sugar and water in a skillet to make a blond caramel. Add pineapple slices and lightly brown. Transfer fruit and caramel to the mold.
  • In a bowl, whisk yogurt and sugar. Add eggs and oil, mixing well. Incorporate flour and baking powder, stirring until smooth.
  • Pour batter over pineapples and bake 30 minutes in a preheated 180°C oven.
  • Invert onto parchment paper or a rack to cool.