Caramel Apple Bliss: Irresistible Upside Down Cake Recipe

Certainly! Let’s dive into the delightful world of making a scrumptious Apple Upside Down Cake. 🍏✨

Apple Upside Down Cake

• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
• Servings: 12

Description:

Indulge in the sweet, fruity goodness of this Apple Upside Down Cake, a perfect treat for dessert, potlucks, or cozy winter evenings. With a moist, flavorful cake base topped with caramelized apples, every bite is a burst of deliciousness.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Topping:

   • Grease a 13x9x2-inch baking pan, lining the bottom with waxed paper and greasing it as well.
   • Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch thick wedges, yielding about 2 cups.
   • Pour the melted butter into the prepared pan and sprinkle evenly with brown sugar.
   • Arrange the apple slices, overlapping slightly, in a decorative pattern over the sugar.

2. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

3. Prepare the Cake Batter:

   • Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
   • In a separate large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with the milk until well combined.
   • Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavors.

4. Assemble and Bake:

   • Gently pour the prepared batter over the arranged apples in the baking pan.
   • Spread the batter evenly to cover the apples.

5. Bake to Perfection:

   • Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. Flip and Serve:

   • Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes.
   • Carefully invert the cake onto a large cake plate or platter, allowing the apple topping to become the glorious base of the cake.
   • Peel off the waxed paper gently to reveal the beautifully caramelized apple top.

7. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Serve the Apple Upside Down Cake warm, allowing the caramelized apples to ooze their sweetness.
   • For an extra touch of indulgence, top each slice with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Tips and Tricks:

• Apple Selection: Choose crisp, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best flavor and texture.
• Caramelization: Ensure the butter and brown sugar are evenly distributed for a beautifully caramelized topping.
• Baking Time: Keep an eye on the cake towards the end of baking to prevent over-browning.
• Serving Suggestions: This cake is delightful on its own but reaches new heights of deliciousness when paired with a cup of hot coffee or tea.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 329
• Total Fat: 14.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 5.3g
• Cholesterol: 48.3mg
• Sodium: 337.8mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 47.6g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.4g
  • Sugar: 29.2g
• Protein: 4g

Now you’re all set to bake up a storm with this Apple Upside Down Cake! Whether it’s a cozy family gathering or a sweet treat for yourself, this recipe is sure to impress with its delightful blend of fruity goodness and moist, flavorful cake. 🍰✨