Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake
Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake is a delightful autumn dessert that features tender, caramelized apples atop a fluffy vanilla cake. Baked upside down, this recipe ensures that the rich caramel sauce seeps into the apples, creating a moist and flavorful treat. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners, each slice captures the essence of fall with its warm aromas and inviting flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 large Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, sliced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for caramel)
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for batter), softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup of butter. Stir in brown sugar until bubbly; cook for about 2 minutes.
- Arrange apple slices in the caramel sauce in a spiral pattern.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream remaining butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed. Pour the batter over arranged apples.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and toothpick comes out clean. Let cool slightly before flipping onto a serving plate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For added texture, consider adding chopped pecans or walnuts. - A sprinkle of cinnamon can enhance the autumn flavors beautifully.