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Easy Apple Upside Down Cake

Mouthwatering Easy Apple Upside Down Cake for Cozy Fall Nights

This Easy Apple Upside Down Cake is a delightful fall dessert, featuring caramelized apples and a buttery cake, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Granulated sugar works in a pinch.
  • 3 medium Honeycrisp Apples Sliced into ¼-inch half circles; try Granny Smith for a tart contrast.
For the Batter
  • 1 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with a gluten-free 1:1 baking blend.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar is a great low-glycemic alternative.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Powder Helps the cake rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Feel free to add a pinch of nutmeg for extra depth.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 3/4 cup Milk Dairy or plant-based.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients together.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Apple Upside Down Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Melt ¼ cup of unsalted butter in a 9-inch round cake pan and swirl to coat the bottom.
  2. Sprinkle ½ cup of light brown sugar over the melted butter. Arrange Honeycrisp apple slices on top in overlapping circles.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 ¼ cups of all-purpose flour, ½ cup of granulated sugar, 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together ¾ cup of milk, remaining melted butter, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 large egg until smooth.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter over the arranged apples in the cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 30-35 minutes.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.
  8. Slice and serve while warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Don't overmix the batter to maintain a light texture. Use firm apples for the best outcome.

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