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Apple Upside Down Cake Recipe

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A delightful Apple Upside Down Cake featuring tender apple slices caramelized with butter and brown sugar, layered under a moist cinnamon-spiced cake. This dessert combines the warmth of cinnamon and the tart sweetness of Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, baked to golden perfection and served inverted with a luscious caramel topping.

Ingredients

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Caramel & Apples

  • 3 medium-sized apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Cake Batter

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges to ensure even cooking and a beautiful presentation once caramelized.
  2. Make the Caramel Base: In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and ground cinnamon until the mixture is smooth and bubbly. Immediately pour this caramel mixture into a greased cake pan, spreading evenly to cover the bottom.
  3. Arrange the Apples: Layer the apple wedges over the caramel mixture in the pan in an even, overlapping pattern to create an attractive design that will show on the finished cake.
  4. Prepare the Cake Batter: In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract, then alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk to the sugar-egg mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. Combine and Bake: Pour the prepared cake batter evenly over the arranged apples and caramel in the pan. Place the cake pan in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges turn golden brown.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edges to loosen it, then invert the cake onto a serving plate carefully so the caramelized apples are on top. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and balance of tartness and sweetness.
  • Ensure the cake has cooled slightly before inverting to prevent the caramel from running off.
  • This cake can be served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
  • Grease the cake pan thoroughly to avoid sticking.
  • Adjust cinnamon amount according to taste for a more or less spiced flavor.

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