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A side view of a delicious Maple Apple Upside-Down Cake showcasing caramelized apples on top.
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Maple-Apple Upside-Down Cake

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 420
A deliciously caramelized upside-down cake featuring sweet maple syrup and tart Granny Smith apples, perfect for fall gatherings.

Ingredients

Caramel Layer

  • 1 cup pure maple syrup
  • 3 pieces Granny Smith apples (peeled, cored and cut into eighths)

Cake Batter

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

Butter and Sugar

  • 1.5 sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/3 cups sugar

For Serving

  • to taste Crème fraîche (for serving)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare caramel: boil maple syrup until thickened, then pour into pan and arrange apples on top.
  • Mix dry ingredients; whisk eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla. Beat butter and sugar until fluffy, then combine with dry and wet ingredients.
  • Pour batter over apples, bake for 60 minutes until golden. Cool for 45 minutes.
  • Invert cake onto a plate, then serve slices with crème fraîche.

Notes

Ensure the caramel is thickened properly for a rich flavor and beautiful presentation.
Calories: 420kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple, cake, maple syrup