Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making an Apple Upside Down Cake, where spiced Honeycrisp apples meet a buttery, moist cake. This stunning dessert is not only simple to prepare but also makes for an impressive centerpiece for any gathering. With layers of caramelized apples drizzled with brown sugar and cinnamon, this cake is a crowd-pleaser sure to warm hearts and palates alike. Ideal for holidays, family dinners, or casual get-togethers, serve it with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an added touch of sweetness. Enjoy the versatility of this recipe by experimenting with different apple varieties or spices to create your unique twist on this classic treat.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 3 Honeycrisp apples
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt 1/4 cup unsalted butter in a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Sprinkle brown sugar over the melted butter.
- Core and slice the Honeycrisp apples; arrange them over the brown sugar mixture.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg; mix until just combined.
- Pour batter over the apple layer and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before flipping onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added warmth, consider sprinkling some nutmeg along with the cinnamon. If you don’t have Honeycrisp apples, Fuji or Granny Smith can work as alternatives. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an exquisite dessert experience.
