Apple Upside Down Cake
This Apple Upside Down Cake combines the sweetness of apples with a buttery cake, creating a nostalgic and comforting dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Topping
- 4 medium apples, peeled and sliced Use tart apples such as Granny Smith or sweet varieties like Fuji.
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup butter Use unsalted butter for a balanced flavor.
For the Cake Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk Use whole milk for added richness.
- 2 large eggs Room temperature is best for mixing.
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract For enhanced flavor.
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, then sprinkle in the brown sugar. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves.
- Arrange the apple slices in the skillet over the gooey brown sugar mixture.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and vanilla until combined.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter over the arranged apples in the skillet.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick placed in the center comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a plate.
Notes
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Cover leftovers lightly with foil or store in an airtight container for freshness. Adjust flavors with spices like cinnamon or nutmeg if desired.