Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake
Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake is a warm and inviting dessert that beautifully marries moist cake with sweet caramelized apples. This delightful treat evokes feelings of nostalgia, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With its stunning presentation and comforting flavors, every slice is a taste of autumn bliss. Easy to prepare, this cake is sure to impress both novice and experienced bakers alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar until bubbly. Pour into the prepared pan.
- Arrange the apple slices on top of the caramel mixture.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until fluffy. Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon until combined.
- Pour the batter over the apples and bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes before inverting onto a plate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider incorporating chopped nuts or swapping Granny Smith apples for Honeycrisp. Ensure the caramel bubbles gently to achieve the best flavor.