Banana Upside Down Cake

If you’re looking to impress your friends and family with a delectable dessert, this Banana Upside Down Cake is sure to do the trick. With a rich caramel glaze and a moist, flavorful cake, it’s the perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients:

For the Topping:

• 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 teaspoons 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 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• Dash of salt
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Caramel Glaze:

• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Directions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease an 8 x 8 x 2 inch square cake pan or a 9 x 2 inch round cake pan. Ensure the pan has an 8 cups volume capacity.
2. Prepare the Topping: Spread 2/3 cup brown sugar and the butter pieces on the bottom of the pan. Place it in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the butter melts. Stir to combine and spread evenly. Arrange the sliced bananas to cover the bottom. Set aside.
3. Make the Cake Batter: In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.In a larger bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), and mashed bananas until well combined.

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

4. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter over the arranged bananas in the pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes, then lower the heat to 325°F and bake for an additional 25-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Cool and Invert the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan until the bottom is barely warm. Run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the cake. Place a serving plate over the pan and carefully invert the cake onto the plate.
6. Prepare the Caramel Glaze: In a saucepan, combine all the caramel glaze ingredients: brown sugar, heavy cream, unsalted butter, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 2-3 minutes. Let the glaze sit for 1-2 minutes before pouring it over the inverted cake.

Enjoy!

This Banana Upside Down Cake is best served warm, allowing the caramel glaze to soak into the cake and enhance its flavor. With a preparation time of 20 minutes and a cooking time of 55-70 minutes, you’ll have a show-stopping dessert ready in just over an hour.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 510 kcal
• Servings: 8

Make sure to try this recipe and share your thoughts in the comments below. Happy baking!