Creating Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is an enjoyable process when you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Baking Dish: Melt butter in a 9-inch round cake pan or a cast-iron skillet. Swirl to coat the bottom.
3. Add Sugar: Sprinkle the brown sugar over the melted butter evenly, creating a caramel layer.
4. Arrange Pineapples: Place the drained pineapple slices on top of the brown sugar mixture. Put a cherry in the center of each pineapple ring. Fill in the gaps with any leftover pineapple pieces.
5. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine granulated sugar, milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until well blended.
7. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until fully incorporated without lumps.
8. Pour Batter: Carefully pour the batter over the pineapple and cherry arrangement, ensuring even coverage.
9. Bake: Place in a preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Cool: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes in the pan.
11. Invert: Place a serving plate over the pan and carefully invert the cake to release it, allowing the caramelized pineapple topping to be showcased.

These steps will guide you in creating a stunning Pineapple Upside-Down Cake that family and friends will love.