APRICOT UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE

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My Aunt Anne, who is a great cook, gave me a taste of this golden upside-down cake and I couldn't believe how delicious it was. Apricots give it an elegant twist from traditional pineapple versions. -Ruth Ann Stelfox, Raymond, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large eggs, separated
2 cans (15 ounces each) apricot halves
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup cake flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°. Drain apricots, reserving 3 tablespoons syrup (discard remaining syrup); set aside., Place butter in a 9-in. square baking dish. Place in oven 3-4 minutes or until butter is melted; swirl carefully to coat evenly. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Arrange apricot halves in a single layer over brown sugar, cut side up., In a small bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until slightly thickened. Gradually add sugar, beating on high speed until thick and lemon-colored. Beat in reserved apricot syrup. Fold in flour mixture., With clean beaters, beat egg whites on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Fold into batter. Spoon over apricots. Bake 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Pranto Mollick
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out great. It's a really versatile recipe that can be made with different fruits or even nuts. I highly recommend it!


mussa khalidy
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This cake is perfect for summer! The apricots are so fresh and juicy and the cake is light and refreshing. I love that it's not too sweet, so it's perfect for a dessert or a snack.


Alexis Lopez
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's a great cake for any occasion.


M Sheer
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This cake is so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! The apricots were perfectly caramelized and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


Adeel Jatt
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! It's a really easy recipe to follow and the cake turns out perfect every time. I highly recommend it!


Tomasz Kozak
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This cake is so moist and flavorful! The apricots give it a lovely sweetness and the cake is perfectly spiced. I will definitely be making this again.


MOONIKK ADDICTIONS
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out great. It's a really versatile recipe that can be made with different fruits or even nuts. I highly recommend it!


Danielle Banks
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This cake is perfect for summer! The apricots are so fresh and juicy and the cake is light and refreshing. I love that it's not too sweet, so it's perfect for a dessert or a snack.


sujata Dahal
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's a great cake for any occasion.


Siman Siman
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This cake is delicious! The apricots are perfectly caramelized and the cake is moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


Mosarof Hosen
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! It's a really easy recipe to follow and the cake turns out perfect every time. I highly recommend it!


Zubair jeelani
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This cake is so moist and flavorful! The apricots give it a lovely sweetness and the cake is perfectly spiced. I will definitely be making this again.


Abigail Lamdul
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out great. It's a really versatile recipe that can be made with different fruits or even nuts. I highly recommend it!


Hazrat khan
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This cake is perfect for summer! The apricots are so fresh and juicy and the cake is light and refreshing. I love that it's not too sweet, so it's perfect for a dessert or a snack.


Eben Affel
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's a great cake for any occasion.


babalola victoria
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This cake was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! The apricots were perfectly caramelized and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.