This Easy Apple Upside-Down Cake showcases the sweet and tart flavors of fresh apples and features a visually stunning presentation with caramelized apples creating a beautiful glaze that complements the moist cake beneath.
Ingredients
Scale:
3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed tightly
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup buttermilk (or milk with a splash of vinegar)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup of butter. Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon until bubbly. Add the apple slices and cook for about 5 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
Pour the caramelized apple mixture into a greased 9-inch round cake pan. Spread apples evenly over the bottom, then pour the cake batter over the apples.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.
