Description
Caramelized Banana Upside-Down Cake is a delectable dessert that transforms humble bananas into a stunning, sweet masterpiece. The cake features a buttery caramel base topped with glossy, caramelized bananas, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for any occasion, this easy-to-make treat will impress guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Enjoy every bite of this golden delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (sliced)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Grease a round cake pan and sprinkle brown sugar on the bottom.
- Arrange sliced bananas over the brown sugar in the pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter over the bananas and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before flipping onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Experiment by adding nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.