Description

Indulge in the warmth of our Caramel Apple Upside-Down Cake, where sweet, tender apples meet a luscious caramel topping beneath a moist, spiced cake. This delightful dessert is perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. With its beautiful presentation and comforting flavors, it’s sure to impress your friends and family. Simple to make with readily available ingredients, this cake is an ideal treat for any occasion. Serve it warm alongside whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra touch of indulgence.

Ingredients

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3 tbsp unsalted butter
½ cup brown sugar
2–3 apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and sliced
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
½ cup brown sugar (for the batter)
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
¼ cup milk

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar until bubbly. Pour into the prepared pan and arrange apple slices on top.
In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. In another bowl, cream softened butter with both sugars until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time and add vanilla extract. Mix in sour cream (or yogurt) and milk until well combined.
Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just incorporated.
Spread the batter evenly over the apples and bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow to cool for 10–15 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 275
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for optimal texture. Ensure your oven is preheated to achieve even baking results. You can experiment with spices; feel free to adjust cinnamon and nutmeg according to your preference.