Apple Upside-Down Cake Recipe

Name: Apple Upside-Down Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar; 4 tablespoons plus 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 1 1/2 vanilla beans, cut in half lengthwise, or 2 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided; 2 Granny Smith apples (about 1 lb.), peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch wedges; 3 1/2 ounces almond paste, crumbled; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/8 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1
Stir together brown sugar and 4 tablespoons butter in a small bowl. Scrape seeds from 1 vanilla bean, or pour 1 1/2 teaspoons extract into mixture; stir until smooth. Spread mixture in an even layer onto bottom of a 10-inch cast-iron or ovenproof skillet. Arrange apple wedges over sugar mixture, overlapping slightly in a circular pattern; fill in center of skillet with remaining wedges. Spray sides of skillet with cooking spray.
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Heat oven to 350u00b0.
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Combine almond paste, remaining 6 tablespoons butter, and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl; scrape seeds from 1/2 vanilla bean, or pour 3/4 teaspoon extract into mixture. Beat with electric mixer on medium speed about 2 minutes or until creamy and smooth. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time, until incorporated. Beat in flour, baking powder, and salt until combined. Drop batter by large spoonfuls on top of apple wedges, spreading evenly to cover apples thinly.
4
Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 to 35 minutes or until cake is golden brown and tester inserted in center comes out clean. Remove skillet from oven, and let stand 3 to 4 minutes. Loosen edges of cake with a small knife. Place a serving plate on top of cake, and invert skillet. Leave skillet over cake 1 minute, then carefully remove skillet. (Replace any apple slices that may have stuck to bottom of skillet.) Let stand about 10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature with Caramel Sauce and Butter Pecan Ice Cream.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 4 tablespoons plus 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, 1 1/2 vanilla beans, cut in half lengthwise, or 2 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided, 2 Granny Smith apples (about 1 lb.), peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch wedges, and more.

Yes, Apple Upside-Down Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Apple Upside-Down Cake

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