Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake

Ingredients

For the topping:

• 3 apples (peeled, cored, and sliced thinly)
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon sugar

For the cake:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 tsp cinnamon sugar (for added flavor)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Topping

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and stir until combined and smooth.
3. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Arrange the apple slices in a circular pattern on top.
4. Sprinkle the apples evenly with 1 tsp of cinnamon sugar.

Step 2: Make the Cake Batter

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients.
5. Stir in 1 tsp of cinnamon sugar for extra warmth in the flavor.

Step 3: Assemble and Bake

1. Pour the batter over the apple topping in the pan and smooth it out evenly.
2. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
3. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a serving plate.

Step 4: Serve Slice and enjoy warm! This cake pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.