Caramel Upside-Down Cake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
There's something magical about flipping a cake onto your plate and revealing that gorgeous caramel layer underneath. This is one of my go to desserts because it comes together in just over an hour from start to finish, making it perfect for unexpected guests or when you're craving something special without spending all day in the kitchen. The eggs in this recipe provide protein and choline, which supports brain health, while the buttery cake and rich caramel create pure comfort. What I love most is how simple the ingredients are, probably already in your pantry, and how impressive it looks despite being surprisingly straightforward to make.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gbrown sugar
- 150 gunsalted butter
- 2 egglarge eggs
- 10 mLvanilla extract
- 10 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 100 mLunsalted milk
- 200 mLcaramel sauce
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 20cm round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
Tip: Optional: Use a non-stick pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Make sure to whisk well to avoid lumps.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for easier whisking.
- 4
Gradually pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 5
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
Tip: Smooth the top with a spatula.
- 6
Arrange the sliced bananas and sprinkle with granulated sugar on the bottom of the cake pan.
Tip: You can also use other fruits like apples or pears.
- 7
Pour the caramel sauce over the bananas.
Tip: Make sure to cover the entire surface.
- 8
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Tip: Check the cake frequently to avoid overbaking.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
Tip: Don't worry if the cake is still slightly warm when you invert it.
- 10
Invert onto a wire rack and let cool completely.
Tip: This will help the cake to set properly.
- 11
Serve warm and enjoy!
Tip: You can dust with powdered sugar or whipped cream for extra flavor.
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