Best 3 Apple Honey Upside Down Cake Recipes

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Apple honey upside down cake is a classic dessert with a sweet and sticky caramel sauce that perfectly complements the tender apples and cake. This cake is a great way to use up leftover apples, and it's also a delicious treat to share with friends and family. Plus, it's relatively easy to make, making it a great option for beginner bakers or those looking for a quick and easy dessert.

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APPLE-HONEY UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



Apple-Honey Upside-Down Cake image

Consider this another great reason to go apple-picking this September-or a fun and unexpected twist to serve on Rosh Hashanah, as it's Jewish custom to eat apple slices dipped in honey to ensure the new year will be fruitful and sweet. Those two ingredients define this upside-down dessert from Martha, and it's the perfect treat to enjoy on a crisp fall evening. This recipe comes from Martha Stewart's Fruit Desserts: 100+ Ways to Savor the Best of Every Season ($24.29, amazon.com).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

Vegetable-oil cooking spray
1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt (we use Diamond Crystal)
1 1/3 cups sugar
1/3 cup honey
2 large eggs
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted, plus 4 tablespoons, room temperature
1/4 cup whole milk
3 firm tart apples, such as Mutsu, Winesap, or Granny Smith, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9-inch round cake pan with oil. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another medium bowl, whisk together 2/3 cup sugar, honey, eggs, melted butter, and milk. Whisk egg mixture into flour mixture until just combined.
  • In a small, heavy saucepan over high heat, combine remaining 2/3 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons water. Cook, swirling pan occasionally (do not stir), until mixture is deep amber, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in room-temperature butter. Immediately pour into prepared pan.
  • Decoratively arrange layers of apples over caramel filling. Spread batter evenly over apples. Bake until top springs back when lightly touched, 45 to 55 minutes. Loosen edges with a knife. Let stand 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm or at room temperature.

CARAMEL APPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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This is truly a wonderful fall treat! It is warmly spiced, not overly sweet, and those tender, buttery caramel apples on top are a lovely touch. Serve this lightly warmed with vanilla ice cream, or call it a coffee cake and serve it for breakfast-your choice!

Provided by Rebekah Rose Hills

Categories     Upside-Down Cake

Time 2h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

nonstick cooking spray
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ cup brown sugar
2 medium apples, cored and thinly sliced
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
½ cup white sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Spray an 8- or 9-inch round cake pan with nonstick spray.
  • Combine butter and brown sugar for topping in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until butter has melted and mixture begins to simmer gently, 3 to 4 minutes. Don't let the caramel mixture come to a boil; just allow it to bubble gently for a couple of minutes so it can thicken slightly.
  • Pour into the prepared cake pan, then arrange apple slices all around the pan as desired. Place in the refrigerator so the topping can set while you prepare the cake.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Beat butter, sugar, and brown sugar in a separate bowl with an electric mixer until light in color and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes, scraping down the bottom and sides as needed. Blend in eggs, incorporating slowly and scraping down the sides again, as needed. Mix in vanilla. Add in dry ingredients on low speed, blending just until combined; batter will be thick.
  • Remove the cake pan from the refrigerator. Gently spread the thick batter over the topping, trying not to disturb the apples too much.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and set on a cooling rack for 15 minutes.
  • Place a plate over the top of the pan, then carefully invert it, allowing the cake to release from the pan onto the plate. Let cake cool completely to room temperature, 45 minutes to an hour; the top can be fairly soft and may not cut cleanly while it is still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 35.6 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 165.4 mg, Sugar 28.6 g

APPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



Apple Upside-Down Cake image

Topped with walnuts and caramelized tart apple slices, this apple upside-down cake is both easy and dazzling. It never fails to make tasters say, "wow!"-Linda Wetsch, Mandan, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/3 cup butter, melted
1 cup packed brown sugar
3 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
CAKE:
3 tablespoons butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup buttermilk
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon apple brandy or rum, optional

Steps:

  • Pour butter into an ungreased 9-in. round baking pan; sprinkle with 1/2 cup brown sugar. Arrange apples in a single layer over brown sugar; layer with walnuts and remaining brown sugar., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk and sour cream, beating well after each addition. Beat in brandy if desired., Spoon batter over brown sugar layer. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 320mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (52g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and prevent any mishaps.
  • Use Fresh Apples: Fresh, crisp apples are best for this cake. Choose a variety that holds its shape well when baked, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • Slice Apples Thinly: Thinly sliced apples will cook evenly and caramelize nicely in the honey butter sauce.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter will make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Preheat the Pan: Preheat the baking pan in the oven before adding the batter. This will help the cake rise evenly.
  • Flip the Cake Carefully: When the cake is done baking, let it cool for a few minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate. Be careful not to drop the cake!

Conclusion:

Apple Honey Upside-Down Cake is a delicious and impressive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and tangy apples, gooey caramel sauce, and moist cake, this cake is sure to be a hit. Follow these tips to make the best Apple Honey Upside-Down Cake: use fresh apples, slice them thinly, don't overmix the batter, preheat the pan, and flip the cake carefully. With a little effort, you can create a stunning dessert that will wow your friends and family.

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