Sure, let’s dive into the delightful world of Upside-Down German Snack Cake! 🍰 This recipe is a true gem, originating from the beloved cookbook ‘More Healthy Homestyle Cooking.’ With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a total cook time of 1 hour, it’s the perfect treat to whip up when you’re craving something sweet but don’t want to spend all day in the kitchen.
Ingredients:
Here’s what you’ll need to gather before you begin:
- 2 tablespoons of light butter 🧈
- 3/4 cup of water 💧
- 2/3 cup of brown sugar 🍯
- 3/4 cup of sweetened coconut 🥥
- 1 1/2 cups of miniature marshmallows 🍡
- 1/2 cup of pecans 🌰
- 5 egg whites 🥚🥚🥚🥚🥚
- 1 cup of 2% buttermilk 🥛
- 1 cup of nonfat sour cream 🥄
- 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce 🍏
- 1 box of your favorite cake mix 🎂
Instructions:
Now, let’s get baking! Follow these steps to create your Upside-Down German Snack Cake:
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Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 13- x 9- x 2-inch baking dish with nonstick spray to ensure your cake doesn’t stick.
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Melt and Pour: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the light butter with the water until they form a smooth mixture. Stir in the brown sugar until it’s completely dissolved. Once smooth, pour this heavenly concoction evenly into your prepared baking dish.
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Layer the Goodness: Sprinkle the sweetened coconut, miniature marshmallows, and pecans evenly over the melted sugar mixture in the baking dish. This layering is what gives the cake its irresistible upside-down charm!
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Whip it Up: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer set on high speed, beat the egg whites for about 30 seconds until they’re frothy. Then, gradually beat in the buttermilk, sour cream, and applesauce until everything is well combined.
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Mix and Pour: Add the cake mix to the bowl and beat on low speed for about 30 seconds, just until everything is moistened. Then, crank up the speed and beat for an additional 2 minutes until the batter is smooth and fluffy.
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Transfer and Bake: Carefully scrape the batter into the baking dish, spreading it out evenly over the topping. Pop it into the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean and the cake is gently pulling away from the sides of the pan.
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Cool and Serve: Once baked to golden perfection, allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack. To serve, cut it into squares and invert each piece onto individual plates, making sure to replace any loose topping that may have clung to the dish.
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Enjoy: Whether you prefer your cake warm or cool, this Upside-Down German Snack Cake is sure to delight your taste buds with its moist texture and irresistible combination of flavors. And here’s a handy hint: the topping sticks better when the cake is cooled almost to room temperature before cutting, so exercise patience for the best results!
Now, gather your ingredients, preheat that oven, and get ready to enjoy a slice of pure homemade goodness with this delightful Upside-Down German Snack Cake recipe! 🎉
