Apple Upside Down Cake Recipe

Name: Apple Upside Down Cake Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 stick), at room temperature; 2 cups peeled, cored, and thinly sliced Granny Smith apples (about 2 medium); 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt; 1/2 cup whole milk; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 3 tablespoons powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons bourbon

Servings: persons

3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
8 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 stick), at room temperature
2 cups peeled, cored, and thinly sliced Granny Smith apples (about 2 medium)
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 cup whole milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
2 tablespoons bourbon

1
Arrange a rack in the center and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
2
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar, the brown sugar, and cinnamon.
3
Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large frying pan.
4
Add the apples and lemon juice and toss to coat evenly.
5
Add half of the sugar mixture and cook until the sugar melts and the apples begin to soften, about 4 minutes.
6
Transfer the apples to the prepared cake pan.
7
Spread out the slices in a decorative way and sprinkle with the remaining sugar mixture; set aside.
8
Cream the remaining 6 tablespoons of butter and the remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar in the bowl of an electric stand mixer until light and fluffy.
9
Add the egg and vanilla extract; beat until well combined, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed.
10
Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
11
With the mixer on low speed, add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three batches, starting and ending with the flour and alternating with the milk.
12
Mix until well combined.
13
Spoon the batter over the apples in the cake pan, spreading to smooth.
14
Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes.
15
Let cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes.
16
Run a knife around the edge of the cake and invert onto a rimmed platter.
17
As the cake cools slightly, whisk together the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and bourbon until soft peaks form.
18
Spoon over warm pieces of cake.

917

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 stick), at room temperature, and more.

Yes, Apple Upside Down Cake Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!