Enjoy a slice of this mouthwatering Peach Upside Down Cake with its caramelized peach topping and moist, flavorful cake. Made with fresh peaches and a hint of cinnamon, this cake is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and will impress your family and friends with its beautiful presentation and taste. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 4 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In the prepared pan, pour the melted butter and sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over it.
- Arrange the sliced peaches in a single layer over the sugar.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, beat the granulated sugar, buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter over the peaches in the cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Place a serving plate upside down on top of the cake pan. Carefully flip the pan and plate together to release the cake onto the plate.
- Gently lift the cake pan, revealing the caramelized peach topping.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Interesting Facts
Peaches are a great source of vitamins A and C, as well as dietary fiber.
Upside-down cakes gained popularity during the 1950s in the United States.
The caramelized peach topping adds a delicious and elegant touch to this classic cake.