Description
This Apple Upside Down Cake is a family favorite! It’s so easy to make and perfect for a cozy weekend dessert. Your loved ones will be asking for seconds! Give it a try!
Ingredients
6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
3/4 cup light brown sugar
2 medium green apples sliced thinly
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 stick 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
2 large eggs room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup applesauce
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Spray a 9-inch round cake pan with cooking spray. Pour the melted butter into the pan and sprinkle the brown sugar on top. Spread out the apple slices over the bottom of the pan until it is covered. Set the pan aside.
3. Whisk the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg together in a small bowl.
4. In a separate large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter, sugar, and brown sugar together, then add the eggs and vanilla extract and continue blending until the eggs are just mixed.
5. Mix in the dry ingredients, and when the batter starts to get thick and dry, pour in the applesauce and mix until the batter is smooth.
6. Pour the batter into the cake pan over the apple slices, smooth out the top, and bake for 45-50 minutes until the cake is brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. Rest the cake on a cooling rack for about 20 minutes. Place a large plate or cake stand over the cake pan and carefully flip the cake upside down.
8. Tap the cake pan to make sure the apples have released and lift it up. Be very careful and use oven mitts or potholders because the pan will be hot. Serve warm with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Apple Choice Matters – While the recipe calls for green apples, using tart varieties like Granny Smith helps balance the sweetness of the caramelized topping. However, if you prefer a milder sweetness, you can substitute with Honeycrisp or Fuji apples.
Avoid a Soggy Cake – To prevent excess moisture, make sure to slice the apples thinly and evenly so they cook through properly. If your apples are particularly juicy, you can lightly pat them dry with a paper towel before layering them in the pan.
Perfect Flipping Technique – Letting the cake cool for at least 20 minutes helps prevent the topping from sticking. When flipping, place the plate firmly over the pan, then flip quickly and confidently to avoid breaking the cake. If needed, tap the pan gently to release the apples.
Enhance the Flavor – Adding a pinch of cloves or ginger to the batter can give the cake extra warmth. You can also brush a light glaze of honey or maple syrup over the apples after baking for added shine and depth of flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 8 servings)
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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