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Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake Recipe (Deliciously Sweet!)

Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake

Welcome to a delightful journey of flavors with our Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake! This dessert is not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Imagine a moist, fluffy cake topped with tender, caramelized apples, all beautifully displayed in a stunning upside-down presentation.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cake
  • 4 medium apples peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Skillet for caramel preparation
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Toothpick or cake tester
  • Serving Plate

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter with 1 cup of brown sugar. Stir continuously until bubbly and the sugar is dissolved. Add in 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and mix well.
  3. Step 3: Pour the caramel mixture into the greased 9-inch round cake pan, spreading it evenly.
  4. Step 4: Arrange the peeled, cored, and sliced apples over the caramel mixture in the cake pan.
  5. Step 5: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
  6. Step 6: In another bowl, beat together 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and 2 large eggs until light and fluffy. Add in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  7. Step 7: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with 1/2 cup of buttermilk, mixing gently until just combined.
  8. Step 8: Pour the batter over the arranged apples in the cake pan, spreading it evenly.
  9. Step 9: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Step 10: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Invert onto a serving plate.

Notes

For best results, serve the cake warm or at room temperature. You can top it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat!