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Caramelized Upside-Down Banana Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Caramelized Upside-Down Banana Cake is a delightful dessert that features a rich layer of caramelized bananas atop a moist and flavorful banana cake. The cake combines the sweet and buttery flavors of browned sugar, cinnamon, and ripe bananas, making it perfect for any occasion. It’s baked in a 9-inch pan, then inverted to showcase the beautiful glazed banana topping, creating a stunning and delicious treat that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients

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Topping

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2–3 ripe bananas, sliced into rounds

Cake Batter

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 bananas)
  • ½ cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Topping: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Melt the 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a 9-inch round pan over low heat. Once melted, evenly sprinkle the ½ cup of brown sugar and ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon over the butter. Arrange the banana slices in a single layer on top of the sugar mixture and set the pan aside.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon to ensure a well combined flour mixture.
  3. Prepare Cake Batter: In a large bowl, beat the softened ½ cup unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and the 1 cup mashed ripe bananas until combined.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Alternately add the dry flour mixture and ½ cup buttermilk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined to maintain a tender cake texture.
  5. Assemble and Bake: Pour the batter over the prepared banana topping in the 9-inch round pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Invert: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Carefully invert the pan onto a serving plate so the caramelized bananas are on top. Allow the cake to rest for 1 minute before lifting off the pan to avoid any sticking.
  7. Serve: Enjoy the cake warm, topped with optional whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra indulgent dessert experience.

Notes

  • Ensure bananas are ripe for the best sweetness and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
  • The cake is best served warm but can be enjoyed at room temperature.
  • Use a non-stick or well-buttered pan to make inversion easier.
  • Leftover cake can be stored airtight at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 4 days.

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