Apple Upside Down Cake
Apple Upside Down Cake is a delightful dessert that combines caramelized apples with a moist, fluffy cake. This visually stunning treat is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to birthday celebrations. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round baking pan with butter.
- Toss apple slices with brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; stir in brown sugar until syrupy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Pour the caramel into the prepared pan and arrange apple slices over it.
- Cream softened butter and granulated sugar in a bowl. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; add to the batter alternately with milk until smooth.
- Pour batter over apples and bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and set.
- Let cool slightly before flipping onto a plate to reveal the apples.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg