Description
Caramelized Banana Upside-Down Cake is a delightful twist on a classic dessert that transforms ripe bananas into a sweet, sticky topping. This warm, golden cake features caramelized bananas that create an inviting aroma and a luxurious texture. Perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to brunch, this easy recipe will fill your kitchen with warmth and joy. Indulge in each slice, where fluffy cake meets luscious caramelized fruit—a sweet treat that will surely become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (medium-sized)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar until bubbly. Add sliced bananas and cook until golden.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter over the caramelized bananas in the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg