Peach Upside-Down Cake
A delightful dessert featuring juicy peaches atop a sweet, moist cake, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Topping
- 1/4 cup butter Melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Packed
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon For flavor enhancement
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor enhancement
- 3-4 pieces ripe peaches, sliced Make sure they are ripe
Cake Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder For leavening
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs For binding
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round cake pan.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon until well combined. Pour this mixture into the bottom of the prepared cake pan.
- Arrange the sliced peaches over the brown sugar mixture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter over the peaches in the cake pan.
Baking
- Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool for a few minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. Pairs well with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container.