Delicious Apple Upside Down Cake – A Sweet Twist on a Classic Fall Dessert!

Introduction

When the crisp fall air arrives, there’s nothing more comforting than a warm slice of cake infused with the rich flavors of apples, cinnamon, and caramel. Ella Chef brings you a Delicious Apple Upside Down Cake, a sweet and decadent twist on a classic fall dessert. The apples caramelize beautifully as the cake bakes, creating a stunningly golden, sweet topping. With every bite, you get the perfect balance of tender cake and the delicious caramelized apple topping, making it the ultimate fall treat for gatherings or cozy nights at home.

Delicious Apple Upside Down Cake

This apple upside down cake is a beautiful fall dessert that combines the sweetness of caramelized apples with a moist, fluffy cake. It’s a simple yet stunning way to enjoy the flavors of fall!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 minute min

Servings: 12 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
• 4 medium apples peeled, cored, and sliced
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk

Method

 

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a small bowl, melt 1/2 cup of butter and mix with the brown sugar. Pour this mixture into the bottom of the prepared cake pan.
3. Arrange the apple slices on top of the brown sugar mixture, covering the bottom of the pan. Set aside.
4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
5. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
6. Stir in the vanilla extract and milk until smooth.
7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
8. Pour the batter over the apple slices in the cake pan and spread evenly.
9. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then flip it over onto a plate to reveal the caramelized apple topping.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This Apple Upside Down Cake is perfect when served warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s a great fall dessert that’s sure to impress at any gathering!

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How to Make the Recipe

1. Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. Prepare the apple topping: In a small bowl, melt 1/2 cup of butter and mix with the brown sugar. Pour this mixture into the bottom of the prepared cake pan. Arrange the apple slices on top of the brown sugar mixture.
3. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
4. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Add vanilla and milk: Stir in the vanilla extract and milk until smooth.
6. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
7. Bake the cake: Pour the batter over the apple slices in the cake pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool and flip: Let the cake cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then flip it over onto a plate to reveal the caramelized apple topping.

Conclusion

This Delicious Apple Upside Down Cake is a perfect fall dessert, with its caramelized apple topping and soft, fluffy cake. Serve it warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra treat. Whether for a family gathering or a festive occasion, this cake will bring the flavors of fall to your table in the most delicious way!