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Peach Upside-Down Cake

Irresistibly Juicy Peach Upside-Down Cake for Summer Bliss

A delicious Peach Upside-Down Cake that features juicy peaches and a caramelized topping, making it a perfect dessert for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Topping
  • 4 tablespoons butter can use dairy-free margarine for vegan option
  • 1 cup brown sugar essential for caramel topping
  • fresh peaches ripe peaches are preferred; canned can be substituted
For the Cake Batter
  • ½ cup granulated sugar enhances sweetness and texture
  • 2 eggs can substitute with flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract elevates flavor profile
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour gluten-free flour can be used
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder essential for cake rise
  • ¼ teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • ½ cup milk can use any plant-based milk

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a 9-inch round cake pan, melt butter over medium heat and stir in brown sugar until bubbly.
  2. Arrange peach slices in the caramel mixture, covering the bottom of the pan evenly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt; add this to the butter mixture alternately with milk.
  6. Gently pour the batter over the peaches, smoothing the surface.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, perform a toothpick test to ensure it comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.
  9. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep an eye on the caramel to prevent burning and ensure fluffy texture by avoiding overmixing the batter.

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