Description
Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake is a delectable dessert that combines the warmth of gooey caramel with tart, tender apples atop a fluffy cake. This easy-to-make treat not only captures the essence of fall but also brings joy to any gathering or cozy night in. With its rich flavors and beautiful presentation, this cake is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine brown sugar and butter until melted; pour into the prepared pan.
- Arrange apple slices artistically over the caramel mixture in the pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter over the apples in the pan and bake for about 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 80mg