Best 12 Cranberry Maple Upside Down Cake Recipes

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Cranberry maple upside-down cake is a delectable dessert that combines the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of maple syrup. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe will guide you through the steps of creating this delightful treat. With its moist and flavorful cake base, vibrant cranberry filling, and irresistibly gooey maple glaze, this upside-down cake is sure to impress your friends and family. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on the journey of baking the perfect cranberry maple upside-down cake.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

FRESH CRANBERRY UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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Amazingly good cranberry upside-down cake - the first time I made it, I forgot the part where you add the egg whites and it still came out good. But much better with the egg whites. My friend gave this recipe to me and I had it for a while, then I saw a bunch of fresh cranberries on sale so I decided to make it.

Provided by fondantfrenzy

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cranberry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

¾ cup firmly packed brown sugar
¼ cup unsalted butter
¾ pound fresh cranberries
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 eggs, separated, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup milk
⅛ teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup heavy cream
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9-inch round cake pan.
  • Place brown sugar and butter into the prepared pan and place the pan over medium heat. Heat, stirring occasionally, until butter is melted and sugar has dissolved, 3 to 5 minutes. Scatter cranberries over the butter-sugar mixture. Set aside.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Beat white sugar and butter together in another bowl using an electric mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add egg yolks, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla extract and mix well. Fold in the flour mixture in 3 additions using a silicone or rubber spatula, alternating with milk.
  • Beat egg whites in another bowl using a whisk or an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Add cream of tartar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form. Fold whites into the batter using a spatula. Spoon batter over the cranberries in the cake pan, spreading evenly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick or skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 55 to 60 minutes. Transfer the pan to a wire rack and let cool for 15 minutes. Run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the cake. Invert onto a serving plate, let stand for 5 minutes, then lift off pan.
  • Whip heavy cream in a bowl using a whisk or an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Stir in confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract.
  • Cut the cooled cake into wedges and top with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 564.9 calories, Carbohydrate 71.3 g, Cholesterol 128.7 mg, Fat 29.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 18.4 g, Sodium 237.1 mg, Sugar 48.6 g

APPLE-CRANBERRY UPSIDE - DOWN CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 35m

Yield 2 cakes of 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 cups light brown sugar
4 apples, peeled, cored, thinly sliced into rings and soaked in lemon juice and water
1/2 cup dried cranberries
8 tablespoons butter
1 cup white sugar
2 whole eggs
2 cups sifted cake flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a small saucepan, melt butter and dissolve brown sugar.
  • Place thin apple rings into bottom of 2 (9-inch) non-stick round cake pans. Sprinkle in dried cranberries. Pour butter and sugar mixture over apples and cranberries.
  • With an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar together. Add eggs, one at a time, and combine well. In a bowl combine sifted flour, baking powder and salt. Add flour mixture slowly to egg mixture while beating continuously. Combine vanilla and buttermilk. Add buttermilk mixture to batter and beat until just combined.
  • Pour batter into cake pans over fruit mixture. Bake for 25 minutes or until skewer comes out clean. Let cakes rest in pans on racks to cool. Unmold onto a serving platter.

CRANBERRY UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 ounces butter, plus 8 ounces
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup cranberry juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 cups fresh or quick frozen cranberries
8 ounces butter
1 cup milk
1 egg
1 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Melt the 4 ounces of butter in a nonstick, ovenproof 9-inch skillet. Add the brown sugar, juice and spices and stir until sugar dissolves and liquid is bubbly. Chill mixture, add the cranberries, and set aside.
  • In a small pan, melt 8 ounces of butter. Remove from the heat and add the milk and egg. Set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Add the milk mixture and whisk until smooth. Pour this mixture over the cranberries in the skillet. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let cake cool in pan for about 15 minutes then turn out onto plate (fruit will be on top and juice will be dripping down) and serve slices with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
  • Serving suggestion: Whipped cream or ice cream.

CRANBERRY UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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Sweetened whipped cream is the perfect accompaniment to this slightly spicy dessert. The topping is made by simply baking cranberries placed in a layer over sugar and spices at the bottom of the pan. As the cake bakes, the sugar caramelizes, forming a rich syrup.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1 3/4 cups cranberries
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees with rack in center. Rub the bottom and sides of an 8-inch round cake pan with 2 tablespoons butter. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup sugar with the cinnamon and allspice. Sprinkle mixture evenly over bottom of pan; arrange cranberries in a single layer on top.
  • With an electric mixer, cream remaining 6 tablespoons butter and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; beat until well combined. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. With mixer on low speed, add flour mixture to butter mixture in three batches, alternating with the milk, until well combined.
  • Spoon batter over cranberries in pan, and smooth top. Place pan on a baking sheet; bake cake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes. Run a knife around edge of cake; invert onto a rimmed platter.

CRANBERRY UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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"When I'm rushed for a dessert for a Christmas potluck, I grab the recipe for this old-fashioned cake," writes Ruth Marie Lyons of Boulder, Colorado. A cake mix gets special treatment from walnuts, pineapple and cranberries.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup walnut halves
1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
3 eggs
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Add water to juice to measure 1-1/4 cups; set aside. Pour butter into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with brown sugar, cranberries and walnuts. Top with pineapple. , In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, oil and reserved pineapple juice. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes., Pour into prepared pan. Bake at 350° for 25-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a large serving platter (top will have an uneven appearance).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CRANBERRY UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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The quintessential fall berry falls head over heels in this sweet-tart spin on an upside down cake. Cranberries, butter and brown sugar go on the bottom of your cake pan before the batter, but once the cake's turned out, they form a caramelly top that pops with cranberry tartness. Stock up on cranberries while they're in season-this cake can be made year-round with frozen berries.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 1/4 cups fresh or frozen (thawed) cranberries
1 1/2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
Sweetened whipped cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 8-inch round cake pan with cooking spray; line with cooking parchment paper.
  • In cake pan, stir melted butter and brown sugar until well blended. Sprinkle cranberries over brown sugar mixture; set aside.
  • In large bowl, beat Cake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on medium speed 4 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour batter over cranberries in pan.
  • Bake 33 to 38 minutes or until deep golden brown and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Run knife around side of pan to loosen cake. Cool pan on cooling rack 5 minutes. Place heatproof serving plate upside down over pan; turn plate and pan over. Remove pan. Cool 15 minutes before serving. Cut into wedges; top with whipped cream.
  • Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 0 g

CRANBERRY-MAPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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Once the upside-down cake is turned out of its pan, the cranberries coated in maple syrup make a dramatic topping.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan
2 3/4 cups fresh or defrosted frozen cranberries
9 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for pan
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons yellow cornmeal, preferably coarse
1/4 cup almond paste
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
3 large eggs, separated
1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon pure almond extract
1/2 cup milk

Steps:

  • Butter and flour an 8-inch round cake pan; set aside. In a large skillet, heat 6 tablespoons butter over medium heat until it sizzles. Add cranberries, and cook until shiny, 2 to 3 minutes. Add maple syrup and cinnamon. Cook, stirring frequently, until cranberries soften but still hold their shape, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove cranberries with a slotted spoon, and transfer to a baking sheet to cool slightly. Set skillet with syrup aside. Arrange cranberries in the prepared pan.
  • Return skillet with syrup to medium heat, and cook until syrup boils, 3 to 4 minutes; do not overcook. Immediately pour syrup over cranberries, and let cool, about 10 minutes.
  • Place rack in center of oven, and heat to 350 degrees. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix in cornmeal with a fork. Set aside.
  • Place remaining 6 tablespoons butter in an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Crumble in almond paste and, using the paddle, beat on medium speed until well combined, about 30 seconds. Gradually add 3/4 cup sugar, and beat until creamy. Add egg yolks, and beat until well combined. Beat in vanilla and almond extracts. Add flour mixture alternately with milk in two batches. Set aside.
  • In a clean bowl, use the whisk attachment to beat egg whites until foamy. Slowly add remaining 2 tablespoons sugar; beat until soft peaks form. Whisk a third of the whites into batter, then fold in remaining whites.
  • Spread batter over cranberries, and bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool in pan 2 hours before inverting onto a serving plate.

CRANBERRY UPSIDE - DOWN CAKE



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Make and share this Cranberry Upside - Down Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by rpsj2

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (18 1/4 ounce) box yellow cake mix
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
4 cups cranberries
2 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
1 cup walnut halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350'.
  • Slice stick of butter into thin pieces.
  • Distribute evenly in bottom of 9" by 12" pan.
  • Sprinkle walnuts over butter.
  • Mix white & brown sugars with cranberries, then spread evenly over walnuts.
  • Follow directions on cake box to prepare cake mixture, then pour mixture over cranberries.
  • Bake 40-50 minutes, or when toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Let cool 10 minutes, then loosen edges from pan with a knife, & turn over onto pie plate.
  • Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 635.8, Fat 26.3, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 67.7, Sodium 376.2, Carbohydrate 98.9, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 79.7, Protein 5.2

MAPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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This is for the World Tour 2005 RecipeZaar event. I've posted it in the Canadian section. I haven't made the cake yet, but hope to soon. The recipe is in the Time Life Good Cook "Cakes" Cookbook.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup maple syrup (pure)
2 tablespoons butter, softened
3 tablespoons sugar
1 egg, beaten
1 cup flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
6 pecans, halved (12 pieces total)
1 cup heavy cream, whipped

Steps:

  • Heat syrup until boiling, and pour it into a rectangular oven proof dish that is about 2 inches deep, with dimensions of about 6" X 10".
  • Cream butter and sugar til fluffy. Beat in egg.
  • Sift flour, baking powder and salt, and add to butter mixture, alternating with additions of the milk.
  • Pour batter into the hot syrup.
  • Bake at 375 F for 25 - 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool cake 10 minutes, and heat a platter. Run a knife around the edges to loosen it. Flip the cake onto the heated platter. Dot the top with the pecan halves and cut into portions. Serve warm with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 61.6, Sodium 172.3, Carbohydrate 36.6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 23.1, Protein 3

CRANBERRY UPSIDE-DOWN SOUR CREAM CAKE



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I received this recipe a couple of years ago from a friend and get rave reviews from everyone each time I prepare it. It is not only delicious, but very pretty for a holiday table. Great for Thanksgiving or Christmas.

Provided by LINDA MAUGERI

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cranberry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup butter
2 cups white sugar
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 (12 ounce) bag fresh or frozen cranberries
1 ½ cups cake flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons butter, softened
½ cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Generously grease a 9 inch springform pan. Wrap aluminum foil around the outside of the bottom to prevent leaking.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of white sugar, water and cinnamon until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil and then add the cranberries. Stir to coat with the sauce, then pour into the prepared pan.
  • Sift together the flour, baking soda and salt; set aside. In a medium bowl, beat the remaining 6 tablespoons of butter with 1/2 cup white sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and sour cream. Mix in the dry ingredients. Pour the batter over the cranberries in the pan.
  • Bake for about 50 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool on a rack for 10 minutes, then run a knife around the outer edge. Invert onto a serving plate and remove the springform pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.7 calories, Carbohydrate 68.9 g, Cholesterol 72.9 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 267.6 mg, Sugar 51.9 g

APPLE CRANBERRY UPSIDE-DOWN CAKES



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Cornmeal gives this upside-down cake a unique texture. Apples, cranberries and pecan make a delicious alternative to the typical pineapple and cherries. -Margee Berry, Trout Lake, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 medium tart apples, peeled and diced
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup chopped pecans
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/3 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup olive oil
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the apples, brown sugar and lemon juice in butter over medium heat until apples are tender. Stir in cranberries and pecans. Divide mixture evenly and place in 3 greased 6-1/2-in. cast-iron skillets., In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. In a small bowl, whisk the buttermilk, oil and egg. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour over apple mixture., Bake at 400° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 14-18 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edges of cakes to loosen. Cool for 3 minutes before inverting onto serving plates., In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sour cream and confectioners' sugar; beat until soft peaks form. Serve with warm cakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Fat 27g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 332mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CRANBERRY UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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Cranberries and pecans provide a wonderful addition to this upside down cake - a perfect homemade dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 cups fresh or frozen (thawed) cranberries
1 cup chopped pecans
3 egg yolks
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
2 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 10-inch cast-iron skillet, melt butter over low heat. Sprinkle brown sugar, cranberries and pecans in skillet. Remove from heat.
  • In large bowl, beat egg yolks with electric mixer on high speed until thick and pale. Gradually beat in granulated sugar. In small bowl, mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. On low speed, beat flour mixture into sugar mixture alternately with orange juice, beating after each addition just until smooth. Beat in vanilla and orange peel.
  • In small bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar with electric mixer on high speed just until stiff peaks form. Fold into batter. Pour into skillet.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until center is set. Cool 5 minutes. Place heatproof serving plate upside down on pan; turn plate and pan over. Let pan remain over cake 1 minute so cranberry mixture can drizzle over cake. Remove pan. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 70 g, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they should be thawed and drained before using.
  • If you don't have maple syrup, you can substitute another type of syrup, such as corn syrup or agave syrup.
  • The cake can be baked in a 9-inch or 10-inch skillet. If you use a 10-inch skillet, the cake will be thinner.
  • To make sure the cake is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
  • Let the cake cool for at least 15 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate.

Conclusion:

Cranberry maple upside-down cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and tart cranberries and rich maple flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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