Description
Imagine the sweet aroma of caramelized bananas wafting through your kitchen as you bake this delightful Banana Upside Down Cake. This dessert turns the humble banana into a star, layered under a moist, fluffy cake and topped with a rich caramel glaze that seeps into every slice, creating a meld of textures and flavors that are simply irresistible.
Ingredients
For the caramel base:
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
4.5 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
About 3 bananas, sliced into 1/4–1/3 inch rounds
For the cake batter:
1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
2 large eggs
2 overripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
1 cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup whole wheat flour
1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
Dash of salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
For Caramel Glaze:
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup heavy cream
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 8 x 8 x 2 inch square cake pan.
Spread brown sugar and butter pieces in the bottom of the pan. Heat in the oven for 5-7 minutes until the butter melts. Stir to combine and spread evenly. Arrange banana slices over this mixture. Set aside.
In a bowl, mix all dry ingredients: flours, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well. Incorporate Greek yogurt and mashed bananas.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring to combine. Pour batter over banana layer and smooth the top.
Bake for 30 minutes at 350°F, then reduce heat to 325°F and bake for an additional 25-35 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick.
Allow to cool in the pan, then invert onto a plate. Loosen edges with a knife before inverting.
For the glaze, combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 2-3 minutes. Drizzle 2/3 of the glaze over the cake. Reserve remaining glaze for serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350