Credit: © Tina Rupp Active Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins Yield: 1 (8-inch) cake Using fresh pineapple instead of the syrupy canned rings (and skipping the maraschino cherries entirely) makes for a better texture and a flavor that's sweet-tart, not cloying. Adding sour cream to the batter gives the cake a tender crumb and a richer, slightly tangy taste that provides a nice contrast to the caramelized topping.