BANANA UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE

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For a fun and distinctive way to use bananas, try this banana upside down cake. Every time I serve this treat, someone requests the recipe. -Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup pecan halves
2 medium firm bananas, sliced
CAKE:
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
1 cup plain yogurt
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and butter; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook without stirring until sugar is dissolved. , Pour into a greased 9-in. springform pan. Sprinkle with pecans. Pour remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice into a small bowl; add bananas and stir carefully. Drain. Arrange bananas in a circular pattern over the pecans; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, eggs, lemon zest and vanilla; stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Spoon over bananas. , Bake at 375° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool 10 minutes. Run a knife around edge of pan; invert cake onto a serving plate. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 390mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Bilal Naeem
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the way the bananas caramelize in the oven.


Radhika Pantha
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I made this cake for my birthday and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


sayful islam anu412
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This cake is a great way to use up ripe bananas. It's also a delicious and easy dessert to make.


Lacey Yuhas
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I could eat it every day!


Farhan Mohamud
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe for any occasion.


Emmanuel Frimpong
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This cake is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


KH Hridoy Khan
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the way the bananas caramelize in the oven.


Dipen BudhaThoki
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I made this cake for my birthday and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Simon Bull
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This cake is a great way to use up ripe bananas. It's also a delicious and easy dessert to make.


Viperion
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I'm not a big fan of bananas, but I loved this cake. The bananas were perfectly caramelized and the cake was so moist.


Lilly Apple
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I could eat it every day!


Mandisa Ngcobo
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I love the combination of bananas and caramel in this cake. It's a perfect dessert for any occasion.


Namukwaya Angella
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This is my go-to recipe for banana upside-down cake. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Nawid Ahmad Talash
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved it!


Ahmed Muddasir
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This cake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the way the bananas caramelize in the oven.


Mwaka Masudi
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe for using up ripe bananas.


Senay Tesfay
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This banana upside-down cake was a hit with my family! The bananas were caramelized and gooey, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.