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Apple Upside Down Cake

Apple Upside Down Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Apple Upside Down Cake Recipe, where tender, cinnamon-spiced cake meets caramelized Honeycrisp apples. Perfect for any occasion, this dessert features a stunning presentation that will impress your guests and leave them asking for more. With its irresistible aroma and moist texture, this cake can be enjoyed warm or chilled and pairs beautifully with ice cream or whipped cream.

Ingredients

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  • 3 Honeycrisp apples
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar (for topping)
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt 1/4 cup of unsalted butter in a 9-inch round or springform pan.
  3. Sprinkle the melted butter with 1/2 cup of light brown sugar evenly.
  4. Core and slice the Honeycrisp apples into half circles, arranging them over the sugar layer in overlapping circles.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  6. Combine the milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg in another bowl; add to dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter over the arranged apples and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool slightly before flipping onto a plate to reveal the caramelized apple topping.

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