Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Banana Foster Upside Down Cake, an exquisite twist on the classic dessert that’s sure to impress. This cake features a layer of caramelized bananas atop a moist, buttery cake, drizzled with a glossy brown sugar topping. Its inviting aroma fills the kitchen, making it perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or simply as a comforting treat for yourself. Easy to make and visually stunning when flipped over, this recipe is a must-try for both novice and experienced bakers alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup butter (divided)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients, alternating with milk until smooth.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt brown sugar and remaining butter until bubbly; pour into the prepared pan.
- Arrange sliced bananas over caramel layer then pour batter on top.
- Bake for about 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and set in the center.
- Cool for 10 minutes before flipping onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg