Description
Caramelized Banana Upside-Down Cake is a delightful dessert that pairs the rich sweetness of caramelized bananas with a moist, fluffy cake. This stunning treat makes for an irresistible centerpiece at any gathering, filling your kitchen with its warm aroma. Serve it warm alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable indulgence that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (about 12 oz), sliced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, divided (1 stick)
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed (preferably dark)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt half the butter with brown sugar until bubbly. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.
- Arrange banana slices evenly over the caramel layer.
- In a mixing bowl, cream remaining butter and granulated sugar 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 the banana layer and spread evenly.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool briefly before flipping onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg