Upside-Down Banana Cake Recipe

Upside-Down Banana Cake Recipe

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This Upside-Down Banana Cake is a delicious twist on the classic pineapple upside-down cake. The caramelized banana topping melts into a moist and tender cake, offering a rich, sweet, and slightly tropical flavor. This recipe is incredibly easy to follow, perfect for both beginner and experienced bakers. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own, this cake is sure to become a favorite treat in your home.

Ingredients:

For the Caramelized Bananas:

  • 3 ripe bananas, sliced lengthwise
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

For the Cake Batter:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Caramelized Bananas:
    In a small saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and stir until dissolved, creating a smooth caramel. Pour the caramel mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared cake pan. Arrange the banana slices over the caramel in a single layer.
  3. Make the Cake Batter:
    In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
    In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Beat until the batter is smooth and well-combined.
  5. Assemble the Cake:
    Pour the cake batter evenly over the caramelized bananas in the cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake:
    Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be golden brown on top.
  7. Cool and Invert:
    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully run a knife around the edges and invert the cake onto a serving platter. The caramelized bananas will form a beautiful, glossy topping.
  8. Serve:
    Serve warm or at room temperature. This cake pairs wonderfully with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Enjoy the perfectly moist Upside-Down Banana Cake with its caramel-rich banana topping!

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