Delicious plum blueberry upside-down cake that is perfect for any occasion

This plum blueberry upside-down cake is a delightful twist on the classic pineapple version. The combination of juicy plums and fresh blueberries creates a burst of flavor in every bite, while the moist cake base balances out the sweetness perfectly.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2-3 plums, sliced
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat, then stir in brown sugar until well combined.
3. Pour the butter mixture into the bottom of the cake pan, then arrange plum slices and blueberries on top.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. In another bowl, beat together applesauce, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
6. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until batter is well combined.
7. Pour batter over the fruit in the cake pan, spreading evenly.
8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate and gently remove the pan.
10. Serve slices of the plum blueberry upside-down cake warm or at room temperature, with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.

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