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Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake

  • Author: Julia Walton
  • Total Time: 38 minute
  • Yield: 1 cake (about 10 slices)

Description

Warm, gooey, and unapologetically indulgent, this Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake is the kind of dessert that makes you close your eyes with every bite. With sticky caramel dripping over tender apple chunks and a buttery golden cake underneath, it’s a flawless fusion of comfort and elegance. Perfect as a quick breakfast, easy dessert, or even a cozy holiday treat, this cake captures fall flavors in every forkful.

If you love breakfast ideas that double as sweet food ideas, or you’re hunting for an easy recipe to wow your guests, this caramel apple cake is your go-to. The rich aroma of caramel and cinnamon fills the kitchen as it bakes, building anticipation. Whether served warm with ice cream or enjoyed with your morning coffee, it’s a showstopper that hits all the right notes.

Ingredients

For the Caramel Apple Topping:

3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped

1/2 cup unsalted butter

3/4 cup packed brown sugar

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)

Pinch of salt

For the Cake Batter:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)

1/4 cup whole milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until smooth and bubbling. Pour into the pan and spread evenly.
  3. Layer chopped apples over the caramel.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  6. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  7. Add sour cream and mix well.
  8. Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk, beginning and ending with the dry. Mix until just combined.
  9. Gently spread the batter over the apple layer.
  10. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  11. Cool for 10–15 minutes. Run a knife around the edge, invert onto a plate, and let it rest before lifting the pan.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert

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