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Apple Upside Down Cake

Irresistible Apple Upside Down Cake with Buttery Caramel Bliss

This Apple Upside Down Cake combines tender apples with a rich caramel sauce for a comforting dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Topping
  • 3 to 4 medium apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter can substitute margarine
  • 1 cup brown sugar light or dark varieties work well
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon can substitute with nutmeg
For the Cake Batter
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free option available
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder check freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1 cup granulated sugar coconut sugar for lower glycemic
  • 2 large eggs egg substitutes for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract can substitute with almond extract
  • 1/2 cup milk non-dairy milk for plant-based

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the apples by peeling, coring, and slicing into wedges, about 1/4 inch thick. Set aside.
  2. Make the caramel base by melting butter, stirring in brown sugar and cinnamon for 2-3 minutes. Pour into the greased cake pan.
  3. Arrange apple wedges over the caramel in a circular pattern.
  4. Prepare the cake batter by mixing flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. In a separate bowl, cream sugar and eggs until fluffy, then add vanilla and milk. Combine the dry ingredients until just mixed.
  5. Pour batter over the apples in the cake pan. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a plate and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Grease the pan well, check with a toothpick for doneness, and allow to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm for best experience.

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