Caramelized Apricot Upside-Down Cake Recipe (Print Version)
Irresistibly sweet and tangy Caramelized Apricot Upside-Down Cake – the perfect dessert for any occasion. Easy recipe included!
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 40 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 60 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ For the Cake Base
01 -
1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 -
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 -
2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For the Caramelized Apricots
07 -
4–5 large apricots, halved and pitted
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
# Instructions:
01 -
Wash, halve, and pit the apricots. Set them aside while you begin making the caramel.
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Melt sugar in a skillet over medium heat until golden, then add butter and let it emulsify before removing from heat.
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Arrange apricots in the caramel in your skillet or cake pan. Top with cake batter, spreading evenly.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a plate. Serve warm.
# Notes:
01 -
Let the caramel cool slightly before arranging apricots. Always use a toothpick to check if the cake is fully baked.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
Skillet
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mixing bowls
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whisk
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spatula
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cake pan
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 320
Total Fat: 12g
Total Carbohydrate: 45g
Protein: 5g