Best 11 Upside Down Apple Spice Cake Recipes

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Upside down apple spice cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make cake is moist and flavorful, with a tender crumb and a sweet, buttery topping. The apples and spices give this cake a warm and comforting flavor, while the caramel sauce adds a touch of sweetness. Whether you're looking for a special treat for a party or a simple dessert to enjoy with your family, upside down apple spice cake is sure to be a hit.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CINNAMON SPICE UPSIDE DOWN APPLE CAKE



Cinnamon Spice Upside Down Apple Cake image

This delicious upside down apple cake has a decadent brown sugar caramel and apple cinnamon topping and is the perfect way to use up some apples!

Provided by Karlynn Johnston

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup melted salted butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
4 cups thinly sliced apples ( peel and core them first)
1 cup butter (soft & at room temp)
1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
1 cup white sugar
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup grated apples (peel and core them first, measure the grated apple packed into the measuring cup. )

Steps:

  • Prepare a 13 inch x 9 inch pan by greasing the sides then pouring the melted butter into the bottom.
  • Mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon and allspice.
  • Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture evenly over the melted butter.
  • Arrange the apple slices in an even layer on top of the sugar/butter mixture.
  • Cream your butter and sugars together, then beat in the eggs, one at a time, until thoroughly incorporated and the mixture is light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla.
  • Whisk together your dry ingredients. Beat into the wet ingredients until combined. Mix in the shredded apples until spread throughout the batter.
  • Gently spread the batter over top of the apple mixture.
  • Bake in a 350 degree oven for 40-50 minutes, until it's golden brown and a knife inserted comes out clean. Remove and let sit for 5 minutes,
  • One you can touch the pan safely, run a knife along the edges of the pan to loosen the edges, then flip onto a large platter or sheet pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 74 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 29 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPICED APPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



Spiced Apple Upside-Down Cake image

"I like unusual desserts like this one," says Mavis Diment of Marcus, Iowa. "Judging from the condition of my recipe card, this must be very good - a messy, well-worn card shows I've made this cake countless times."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 jar (14 ounces) spiced apple rings
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Drain the apple rings, reserving 1 tablespoon syrup; set apple rings aside. In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter; stir in brown sugar and reserved syrup until smooth. Spread evenly in a greased 9-in. round baking pan; sprinkle with almonds. Top with apple rings; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat the egg, milk, vanilla and remaining butter. Combine flour, sugar and baking powder; gradually add to egg mixture until well blended. , Spoon over apple rings. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 88g carbohydrate (71g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

UPSIDE-DOWN APPLE-SPICE CAKE



Upside-Down Apple-Spice Cake image

A spiced- apple version of the classic pineapple upside-down cake we all know and love, Upside-Down Apple Spiced Cake features fresh chopped apples, toasted walnuts and a buttery brown-sugar sauce. Made easy and in only one hour thanks to Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ spice cake mix, you could actually serve this cake upside down and it would still be delicious!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup butter
2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1 1/2 lb apples, peeled, chopped (3 large)
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ spice cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 13x9-inch pan, melt butter in oven. Sprinkle brown sugar and walnuts over butter; stir to combine. Sprinkle chopped apples in pan.
  • Mix cake as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan, using water, oil and eggs. Pour batter over apples and walnuts in pan.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on cooling rack 2 minutes; run knife around sides of pan to loosen cake. Place heatproof serving plate upside down on pan; turn plate and pan over. Remove pan. Serve cake warm.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

UPSIDE-DOWN APPLE CAKE IN CAST IRON SKILLET - MY RECIPE -



Upside-Down Apple Cake in Cast Iron Skillet - My Recipe - image

I got two of my Mom's cast-iron skillets. In one of them, i make eggs, omeletts, fried chicken, fried vegetables, fried breaded meats, etc. In the other one, i make cakes and desserts because i don't like to mix flavors in the same one. I have made this apple cake in it and it is very good, so am sharing my recipe here. Enjoy it like we do.

Provided by pink cook

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup light butter
1/2 cup splenda brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (or use ground apple pie spices)
3 medium green apples, peeled, cored and sliced
1 (18 ounce) box spice cake mix (i use Duncan Hines with less sugar)
1/2 cup light butter, melted
1 cup ligh sour cream
1/3 cup light dark corn syrup
2 eggs (I use 1 cup egg beaters)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 green apple, chopped
1/2 cup pecans, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Place your oven rack in the middle of the oven and preheat oven to 350ºF.
  • Prepare the topping, melting the 1/3 cup butter in a 10" cast iron skillet ((2" deep), over low heat.
  • Remove skillet from heat and stir in the brown sugar and ground cinnamon (or apple pie spices) using a fork.
  • Spread this mixture evenly over the bottom of the skillet and arrange the apple slices over the butter/sugar mixture in the skillet.
  • In a mixer, blend cake mix, 1 stick melted butter, sour cream, dark corn syrup, eggs and ground cinnamon.
  • Beat on low speed for 1 minute. Increase speed to medium and beat 2 minutes longer until creamy.
  • Pour the batter over the top of the apples in the skillet and then place the skillet in the oven and bake at 350ºF. for 40-45 minutes and bake until the cake rises high in the skillet, (it will spring back when lightly pressed with your finger when it's done).
  • Remove skillet and cool cake in the pan for 5-10 minutes and then run a knife around the edges of the cake to loosen it from the sides of the pan and carefully flip upside down onto a serving plate.
  • Cool completely for about 15 minutes and serve warm with vanilla ice cream if you like.
  • I have made this cake with Duncan Hines Caramel flavor cake mix and the taste is excellent, too.
  • NOTE: this cake can also be made in these baking pans. Just prepare the butter, brown sugar and spices in a skillet over the stove and then pour this mixture in the baking pan sprayed with cooking oil, add the apple slices, pour the batter and bake it.
  • Here is a guide to bake the cake in those pan sizes:
  • Pan Size: 13x9 inches - Oven Temp: 350ºF. - Baking time: 30-35 minutes.
  • Pan Size: 9x9 inches - Oven Temp: 350ºF. - Baking time: 35-40 minutes.
  • Pan Size: 8x8 inches - Oven Temp: 325ºF. - Baking time: 50-55 minutes.

APPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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This apple upside-down cake is a wonderful twist on an old favorite. Will have your mouth watering as it bakes, because it smells as good as it tastes! Large and tasty enough for family gatherings, potlucks, parties, etc.

Provided by Amber

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups brown sugar, or more to taste
3 tablespoons ground cinnamon, divided
5 medium apples - peeled, cored, and sliced
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups unsweetened apple juice
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 cup butter, softened
4 eggs
½ cup milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cover the bottom of a 10x15-inch baking pan with brown sugar and 2 tablespoons cinnamon. Layer apple slices on top.
  • Place flour, apple juice, white sugar, butter, eggs, milk, remaining 1 tablespoon cinnamon, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix until completely smooth, 5 to 10 minutes; the longer you mix, the fluffier the cake will be.
  • Pour batter over apples in the baking pan, making sure they are evenly covered.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 45 to 55 minutes. Cool for 20 to 30 minutes. Place a large serving dish over the cake and carefully flip over.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.1 calories, Carbohydrate 88.5 g, Cholesterol 103.5 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 613 mg, Sugar 52.8 g

APPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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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.

SUPER SIMPLE APPLE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



Super Simple Apple Upside Down Cake image

It was a rainy day and I was in need of some comfort food! I had some apples that needed to be used and caramel and apples are a favorite combination of mine so I came up with this quick and easy version of Apple Upsidedown Cake. Serve warm with some vanilla ice cream and you will be in heaven!! I hope you enjoy!

Provided by theragsdale3

Categories     Dessert

Time 43m

Yield 1 cake, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 medium apples, peeled and cored
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 (18 1/4 ounce) box yellow cake mix
1 1/4 cups apple juice
3 eggs
1/3 cup applesauce
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray bundt pan with cooking spray.
  • Slice one apple into 1/8 inch slices. Chop two remaining apples into small pieces.
  • Bring Butter and Brown Sugar to a boil on stove top. Pour into bottom of bundt pan.
  • Lay apple slices on top of brown sugar mixture.
  • Add cake mix, cinnamon, apple juice, eggs, and apple sauce to a mixing bowl and mix for about 2 minutes.
  • Fold chopped apples into cake mixture.
  • Pour cake mix into bundt pan.
  • Bake at 350 for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Immediately invert onto plate. Be careful the caramel is HOT!
  • Top with vanilla ice cream and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.3, Fat 16.8, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 81.2, Sodium 450.1, Carbohydrate 64.3, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 41.9, Protein 4.5

UPSIDE-DOWN APPLE-SPICE CAKE RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Upside-Down Apple-Spice Cake Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by Bujvary

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup butter
2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
1 1/2 pound apples, peeled, chopped (3 large)
1 box Betty Crocker® SuperMoist® spice cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 13x9-inch pan, melt butter in oven. Sprinkle brown sugar and walnuts over butter; stir to combine. Sprinkle chopped apples in pan. Mix cake as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan, using water, oil and eggs. Pour batter over apples and walnuts in pan. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on cooling rack 2 minutes; run knife around sides of pan to loosen cake. Place heatproof serving plate upside down on pan; turn plate and pan over. Remove pan. Serve cake warm.

UPSIDE-DOWN APPLE CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Upside-Down Apple Cake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, milk, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, apples, butter, brown sugar

Provided by Camille Bergerson

Categories     Desserts

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

¾ cup butter, softened
1 ½ cups sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup milk
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cinnamon
4 apples, peeled and cut into ¼-inch (6.3mm) thick slices, recommended: granny smith or pink lady
1 cup butter, melted
1 cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch (23cm) cake pan.
  • In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar.
  • Whisk in the eggs, vanilla and milk until fully incorporated.
  • Add the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk until combined.
  • For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, and stir in the brown sugar. Bring to a boil and continue to stir for 30 seconds, or until vigorously bubbling.
  • Pour the sauce into the greased cake pan.
  • Arrange the apples on top of the sauce in a circular pattern. Pour cake batter on top of apples and smooth the top of the batter.
  • Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the cake is done (the top will spring back when gently poked).
  • Cool for 10-15 minutes and loosen the sides of the cake by running a butter knife around the edge.
  • Place a plate upside down on top of the pan, then invert the pan, flipping the cake onto the plate.
  • Garnish slices with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533 calories, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 39 grams

APPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



Apple Upside-Down Cake image

Caramelized apples top a cake spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
5 McIntosh apples (1 3/4 pounds), peeled, cored, and cut into 8 wedges each
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Butter-flavored vegetable spray

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly spray an 8-by-1 1/2-inch round cake pan with vegetable spray and set aside. In a large nonstick skillet, melt 1 teaspoon butter over medium-high heat. Add the apples, cut side down, and sprinkle them with 3 tablespoons sugar; cook until the apples are tender and caramelized, 4 to 5 minutes on each side. Remove from heat.
  • Arrange the apples, cut side down, in the prepared cake pan so that they fit snugly together. Fill in any cracks with small pieces of apple, so that the batter wont leak through. Set pan aside.
  • Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter; set aside. Break egg into a food processor; process for about 5 seconds, then while processor is running, add melted butter and buttermilk through the feed tube.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together flour, remaining 1/2 cup sugar, spices, baking powder, and salt. Add dry ingredients to mixture in food processor. Cover and pulse until batter is combined, about 20 pulses.
  • Pour the batter over sliced apples. Using a spatula, spread batter to completely cover the apples. Bake until cake is golden brown and a tester inserted in the center comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from oven and place on a wire rack to cool for about 15 minutes before inverting cake onto a serving plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 g, Cholesterol 37 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, Sodium 122 g

APPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKES



Apple Upside-Down Cakes image

You'll flip over these little cakes made with slices of Golden Delicious apples, spice cake and Marzetti® Old Fashioned Caramel Dip.

Provided by Marzetti

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Marzetti®

Time 34m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup Marzetti's® Old Fashioned Caramel Dip
4 Golden Delicious apples, peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons water
1 (18.25 ounce) package spice cake mix
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup sour cream
4 large eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease two large six-cup muffin tins.
  • In a microwave safe bowl, combine apples, cinnamon and water and microwave for 3-4 minutes. The apples should be slightly tender. Drain apples and toss with 1 cup Marzetti Old Fashioned Caramel Dip.
  • Divide the apples evenly into each cup.
  • In a large bowl, combine cake mix, pudding, oil, sour cream and eggs and mix on medium speed until smooth. Spoon the batter evenly over apples.
  • Baked 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean.
  • Cool 8 minutes. Invert pan. A few apple pieces may need to be put back into place. Allow cakes to cool.
  • In a microwave safe container, microwave the remaining Marzetti Old Fashioned Caramel Dip for 10-30 seconds, stirring every 10 seconds. Spoon warm caramel over cakes. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.7 calories, Carbohydrate 59.6 g, Cholesterol 67.4 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 481.2 mg, Sugar 42.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: Firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp hold their shape well and provide a nice contrast to the sweet cake.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a bundt pan: A bundt pan with a removable bottom is ideal for this cake as it allows for easy removal.
  • Let the cake cool completely before inverting it: This will help prevent the cake from breaking.
  • Serve the cake warm or at room temperature: This will allow the flavors to shine through.

Conclusion:

Upside-down apple spice cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its moist, flavorful cake and caramelized apples, this cake is sure to be a hit.

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