Crazy Fruit Upside Down Cake

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A moist, spiced fruit cake with a caramelized topping that flips for a beautiful presentation
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This vibrant upside-down cake is a delightful twist on traditional baking, featuring a generous layer of fresh fruit that becomes the show-stopping top. Whether you choose pineapple, peaches, or blueberries, the fruit melds with cinnamon and a touch of juice to create a warm, aromatic crust. The cake itself is light and tender, made with simple pantry staples like flour, egg, and oil. It’s an effortless dessert that feels special enough for holiday gatherings yet simple enough for a weeknight treat. Serve it warm to highlight the soft texture and fragrant spices, perhaps with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

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Crazy Fruit Upside Down Cake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 85.1

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This vibrant upside-down cake is a delightful twist on traditional baking, featuring a generous layer of fresh fruit that becomes the show-stopping top. Whether you choose pineapple, peaches, or blueberries, the fruit melds with cinnamon and a touch of juice to create a warm, aromatic crust. The cake itself is light and tender, made with simple pantry staples like flour, egg, and oil. It&# 226;€™s an effortless dessert that feels special enough for holiday gatherings yet simple enough for a weeknight treat. Serve it warm to highlight the soft texture and fragrant spices, perhaps with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ðF (175ðC) and lightly oil an 8-inch square baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped fruit, 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, and the cinnamon (or nutmeg).
  3. Toss the fruit mixture gently until evenly coated with the oil and spice.
  4. Spread the seasoned fruit evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and set aside.
  5. In a separate large bowl, beat together the egg, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, milk, and fruit juice until smooth.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
  7. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined and smooth, avoiding overmixing.
  8. Pour the batter evenly over the fruit layer in the baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for about 5 minutes until just warm.
  11. Run a knife around the edges, then carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate so the fruit topping is facing up.
  12. Serve warm, optionally garnished with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 85.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.9g6%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1.3mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 13.7g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 8.4g
Protein 1.0g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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