Description
Caramelized Banana Upside-Down Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of gooey caramel and ripe bananas with a moist, fluffy cake. This simple yet impressive recipe is perfect for any occasion, from brunch to family gatherings. The warm aroma of caramelized bananas will fill your kitchen, creating memories that last a lifetime. Each slice reveals a stunning golden layer of bananas atop a tender cake, making it an irresistible treat for both kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (about 350g)
- 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (56g) unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and brown sugar until bubbly. Stir continuously until golden.
- Slice bananas into half-moons and arrange them in the caramel mixture in the pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and granulated sugar. In another bowl, beat eggs and milk together.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; lumps are okay.
- Pour batter over bananas evenly and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before flipping onto a plate to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg