Jul 14 2026
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Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake Recipe

Inspired by Capers & Lemons
Time1h
Serves8

salted caramel fudge, vanilla gelato

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Cake Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Caramel

    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup of butter and 1 cup of brown sugar until it forms a smooth caramel. Pour this mixture into a greased 9-inch round cake pan.

  2. 2

    Arrange the Apples

    Layer the sliced apples over the caramel in the pan, making sure to cover the bottom evenly.

  3. 3

    Make the Cake Batter

    In a large mixing bowl, cream together the remaining 1/2 cup of butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

  4. 4

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.

  5. 5

    Bake the Cake

    Pour the batter over the apples in the cake pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  6. 6

    Cool and Serve

    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a plate. Serve warm with salted caramel fudge and a scoop of vanilla gelato.

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