Embrace the flavors of fall with this Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake, a delightful twist on the traditional upside-down cake. This dessert layers sweet caramelized apples beneath a soft, fluffy cake, offering a perfect blend of texture and taste. It’s an ideal treat for cozy gatherings or a family dessert that celebrates the essence of apple season.
Easy Elegance: Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake Recipe
This recipe transforms simple ingredients into an exquisite dessert that looks as fantastic as it tastes. The caramel apple layer adds a rich, gooey contrast to the light and airy cake, making it a hit for any occasion.
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 35-40 minutes
- Serving: Serves 8
- Equipment: 9-inch round cake pan
Recipe: Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake
Aromatic and inviting, this upside-down cake pairs the tartness of apples with the deep, sweet notes of caramel.
Ingredients:
For the caramel apple layer:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
For the cake:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
Directions:
- Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Make the Caramel Layer: In a small saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter with the brown sugar over medium heat. Stir until the mixture is bubbly, about 3-4 minutes. Pour into the bottom of the prepared pan. Neatly arrange the apple slices over the brown sugar mixture.
- Mix the Cake Batter: In a bowl, cream together 1/2 cup butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture.
- Assemble the Cake: Spread the cake batter evenly over the apple layer in the pan.
- Bake: Cook in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Invert and Serve: Cool the cake in the pan on a wire rack for about 10 minutes. Then invert it onto a plate, so the apple layer is on top. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Enjoy Your Dessert
This Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake is not just a joy to make but also a feast for the senses. Enjoy the warm, inviting aroma and the rich blend of flavors that make this cake a perfect dessert for any autumn meal. Whether enjoyed with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this cake is sure to delight.
