Caramelized Banana Upside-Down Cake
Indulge in the tropical delight of Caramelized Banana Upside-Down Cake, where buttery cake meets sweet, caramelized bananas. This visually stunning dessert is not just a treat; it evokes nostalgia and warmth from family gatherings. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is simple enough for novice bakers yet impressive enough to wow your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter with brown sugar until smooth. Pour into the prepared pan to create the caramel base.
- Arrange banana slices evenly on top of the caramel layer.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together granulated sugar and butter until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in flour and baking powder until just combined.
- Pour batter over bananas and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling slightly before flipping onto a serving plate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chopped nuts or a splash of rum into the batter. For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour.