Description

Indulge in the warm, delightful flavors of Caramelized Banana Upside-Down Cake, where perfectly caramelized bananas rest atop a moist, fluffy cake. This recipe transforms humble ingredients into an elegant dessert, making it perfect for celebrations or a simple weeknight treat. With its stunning appearance and rich flavor profile, this cake guarantees to impress friends and family alike.

Ingredients

Scale

3 ripe bananas (sliced)
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round 9-inch cake pan and line with parchment paper.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar until bubbly and smooth. Remove from heat.
Arrange sliced bananas evenly over the caramel mixture in the pan.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until light; add eggs one at a time.
Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture, adding vanilla extract until just mixed.
Pour batter over bananas and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool for 10 minutes before flipping onto a serving plate.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 170mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or using different fruits like pineapples or peaches. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.