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Banana Walnut Upside-Down Cake with Maple Syrup
Banana-Walnut Upside-Down Cake
Delicious, tropical, and indulgent – this Banana-Walnut Upside-Down Cake from Love With Recipes is a perfect way to treat yourself to a flavorful dessert. With a blend of bananas, walnuts, and the rich taste of maple syrup, it’s an unforgettable dessert you’ll want to make time and again.
Ingredients
For the Topping
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Golden brown sugar | 1 cup |
| Butter | 1/4 cup |
| Pure maple syrup | 3 tablespoons |
| Walnuts | 1/4 cup |
| Bananas (sliced) | 4 |
For the Cake
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 1 cup |
| Baking powder | 2 teaspoons |
| Ground cinnamon | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Granulated sugar | 3/4 cup |
| Butter | 6 tablespoons |
| Egg | 1 |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Milk | 1/2 cup |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 447.5 kcal |
| Fat | 18.2g |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9g |
| Cholesterol | 63mg |
| Sodium | 311.9mg |
| Carbohydrates | 70.5g |
| Fiber | 2.5g |
| Sugar | 49.4g |
| Protein | 4.3g |
Instructions
For the Topping:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) to get it ready for baking.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the golden brown sugar and butter.
- Stir the mixture over low heat until the butter has melted and the sugar has fully dissolved, resulting in a smooth, well-blended mixture.
- Once the mixture is ready, pour it into a 9-inch round cake pan, ensuring that the bottom is evenly coated with the sugar-butter syrup.
- Drizzle pure maple syrup over the sugar mixture.
- Sprinkle the chopped walnuts evenly over the syrup.
- Arrange the banana slices in concentric circles over the walnuts, slightly overlapping them to cover the bottom completely.
For the Cake:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. This will form the dry mixture.
- In a separate bowl, beat the granulated sugar and butter until the mixture becomes creamy and smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and continue to beat until the batter is light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture alternately with the milk, incorporating each addition thoroughly before adding more. Do this in three additions.
- Spoon the batter carefully over the banana slices, making sure the batter is evenly distributed.
- Place the pan in the oven and bake for about 55 minutes, or until a cake tester or toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool on a rack for about 25 minutes.
- To release the cake, run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen it. Then, place a cake plate over the pan and carefully invert the cake onto the plate. Let it sit for 3 minutes before gently lifting off the pan.
- Serve the cake warm, with a dollop of whipped cream, for an extra indulgent treat.
Notes
- The sweetness of this cake comes from the natural sugars in the bananas and the rich maple syrup. Make sure to use ripe bananas for maximum flavor.
- For an extra layer of texture, consider adding some shredded coconut on top of the walnuts before layering the bananas.
- The cake can be served with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a luxurious dessert experience.
This Banana-Walnut Upside-Down Cake is a perfect balance of sweetness, crunch, and softness, making it an ideal treat for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it as a dessert at a family gathering or enjoying it with a cup of tea, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
