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Apple Upside Down Cake Recipe

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This Apple Upside Down Cake features tender, cinnamon-spiced cake layered over caramelized Honeycrisp apples baked to perfection. The buttery brown sugar topping melts into the apples during baking, creating a luscious and visually stunning dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Topping

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 3 Honeycrisp apples

Cake

  • 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour, properly measured
  • 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

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), ensuring it reaches the desired temperature for evenly baking the cake.
  2. Prepare Topping: Add 1/4 cup unsalted butter to a 9-inch round cake pan or springform pan. Place the pan in the oven for a few minutes until the butter melts entirely.
  3. Add Brown Sugar: Remove the pan and evenly sprinkle 1/2 cup light brown sugar over the melted butter to form the caramel base.
  4. Arrange Apples: Slice 3 Honeycrisp apples into 1/4-inch thick half-moons without peeling. Arrange the slices in concentric circles on top of the brown sugar, overlapping slightly to cover the entire bottom of the pan. Set aside.
  5. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until combined.
  6. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add 3/4 cup milk, remaining 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 large egg to the dry ingredients. Whisk gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  7. Combine Batter and Apples: Pour the batter evenly over the arranged apple slices in the pan, smoothing the top from edge to edge for an even finish.
  8. Bake: Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully cooked.
  9. Cool and Flip: Run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the cake. Allow it to cool to room temperature. Then carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate so that the caramelized apples are on top.

Notes

  • Use Honeycrisp apples for a balance of sweetness and firmness that holds well during baking.
  • Do not peel the apples; the skin adds texture and color.
  • Ensure flour is properly measured by spooning and leveling for accurate results.
  • Cool the cake before flipping to prevent the topping from sticking or breaking apart.
  • You can substitute milk with a non-dairy alternative for a dairy-free version.
  • Serving warm or at room temperature is ideal for the best flavor and texture.

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