Caramel Apple Upside-Down Cake

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Caramel Apple Upside-Down Cake

This caramel apple upside-down cake is a showstopper dessert that combines tender cake, caramelized apples, and a rich caramel sauce. Perfect for fall or any occasion!

Ingredients

For the Topping:

  • 1/3 cup (75g) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
  • 3 medium apples (e.g., Granny Smith, Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced

For the Cake Batter:

  • 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. Make the Caramel Topping:

  1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar until dissolved and bubbly.
  2. Pour the caramel into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
  3. Arrange the apple slices on top of the caramel in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping them.

3. Prepare the Cake Batter:

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

4. Assemble and Bake:

  1. Carefully pour the batter over the arranged apples and caramel, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  2. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the cake cool in the pan for 5–10 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate. Gently remove the pan and peel off the parchment paper.

5. Serve:

  • Let the cake cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

Tips for Success:

  • Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture.
  • If the caramel sticks to the pan, gently heat the bottom of the pan to loosen it before removing.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat slices in the microwave for a warm dessert.

This caramel apple upside-down cake is a comforting, decadent dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds! 🍎✨

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