Starfruit (Carambola) Upside Down Cake With Cake Mi

Name: Starfruit (Carambola) Upside Down Cake With Cake Mix
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Topping; 5 star fruit, ribs and ends trimmed then slice 1/4-inch thick; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup butter; 1 cup brown sugar; Cake; 1 signature pineapple supreme cake mix (Yellow will do, if you use that add pineapple and use pineapple juice instead of water); 1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding; 4 large eggs; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup vegetable oil (I use canola)

Servings: persons

Topping
5 star fruit, ribs and ends trimmed then slice 1/4-inch thick
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
Cake
1 signature pineapple supreme cake mix (Yellow will do, if you use that add pineapple and use pineapple juice instead of water)
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding
4 large eggs
1 cup water
1/2 cup vegetable oil (I use canola)

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
Bring sugar and water to a gentle boil in a wide (12 inch or more) saute pan. Add the star fruit in a single layer and allow to simmer for 5 minutes, turning over halfway.
3
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain in a large sieve or paper towels.
4
Melt butter over a low heat in a 12 inch cast iron skillet or other oven proof pan with a handle.
5
Remove from heat.
6
Stir in the brown sugar and spread it to evenly cover the bottom of the skillet.
7
Arrange the star fruit in a single layer on the brown sugar/butter mix.
8
Combine the cake mix, pudding mis, eggs, water and oil. Beat for 2 minutes.
9
Pour batter gently over the star fruit and bake in the center of the oven for an hour or until toothpick comes out clean.
10
Invert over a serving plate as soon as the cake comes out of th oven.

1099

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Topping, 5 star fruit, ribs and ends trimmed then slice 1/4-inch thick, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water, and more.

Yes, Starfruit (Carambola) Upside Down Cake With Cake Mix 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!

Starfruit (Carambola) Upside Down Cake With Cake Mix

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