Description

Indulge in the delightful warmth of Banana Foster Upside Down Cake, a perfect dessert for any occasion. This cake features luscious caramelized bananas layered atop a soft, buttery sponge cake, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. The glossy brown sugar topping adds a sweet touch, making each slice an inviting centerpiece for your dessert table. Whether you’re celebrating a special moment or simply treating yourself, this easy-to-make cake is sure to impress guests and satisfy cravings alike.

Ingredients

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3 ripe bananas, sliced
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup butter, softened and divided
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup milk

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix until smooth.
Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk until well blended.
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt brown sugar and remaining butter until bubbly; pour into the prepared pan.
Arrange sliced bananas over the caramel mixture.
Pour the cake batter on top of the bananas and smooth out.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
Cool for about 10 minutes before flipping onto a serving plate.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
Calories: 345
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 70mg