This Peach Upside Down Cake is a classic American dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It features a layer of caramelized peaches on top of a moist and tender cake. The combination of sweet peaches and buttery cake is sure to please your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large peaches, sliced
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a small saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly until smooth. Pour into the prepared cake pan and arrange sliced peaches on top.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with milk until well combined. Pour batter over peaches in the cake pan.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.
- Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Peach Upside Down Cake is a twist on the traditional pineapple upside-down cake, adding a seasonal flair to the dessert.
This cake can be made with fresh or canned peaches, depending on what's available.
The caramelized peach topping adds a beautiful presentation to the cake.