Description
A moist and tender Apple Upside Down Cake topped with caramelized apple slices and warm cinnamon flavor. This classic dessert flips into a beautiful glossy fruit layer over a soft, buttery crumb that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for batter)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (for batter)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and grease a 9 inch round cake pan.
- Pour 2 tablespoons melted butter into the bottom of the pan and sprinkle 1/4 cup granulated sugar evenly over it.
- Arrange the sliced apples in a circular pattern over the sugar layer.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix 1/2 cup melted butter and 3/4 cup granulated sugar. Add eggs, milk, and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter evenly over the arranged apples and smooth the top gently.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edges.
- Place a serving plate over the pan and carefully flip the cake onto the plate. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use firm apples such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for best texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the crumb tender.
- Let the cake rest before flipping to prevent sticking.
- Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
