Double Banana Upside Down Cake

Indulge in the ultimate banana lover’s dessert with this mouthwatering Double Banana Upside Down Cake. This delightful twist on a classic upside-down cake features a golden layer of caramelized bananas, made irresistibly rich with a homemade brown sugar butter sauce. Beneath the glossy, tender topping lies a moist, banana-infused cake that’s perfectly spiced with warm cinnamon. The recipe celebrates the natural sweetness of ripe bananas in two irresistible ways—sliced bananas for the topping and mashed bananas in the batter—delivering a double dose of banana bliss in every bite. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and serving up to 8 people, this showstopping dessert is perfect for gatherings, brunches, or a cozy night in. Serve it warm for a soft, gooey caramel finish, and watch it disappear from the table! Optimize your banana cake game with this easy-to-make and deeply satisfying treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 3 large Bananas (ripe, sliced lengthwise or into rounds)
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Mashed bananas (very ripe)
• 0.25 cup Milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a saucepan on medium heat, melt 6 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the brown sugar and cook until it turns into a smooth caramel sauce, about 2–3 minutes. Pour the caramel into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.

Step 3

Arrange the sliced bananas in a single layer over the caramel, covering the entire bottom of the pan.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 5

In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the granulated sugar and 1/2 cup of softened butter until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.

Step 6

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 7

Beat in the mashed bananas until well combined. The mixture may look slightly curdled—this is normal.

Step 8

On low speed, alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk to the banana mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix only until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 9

Pour the batter gently over the bananas and caramel in the prepared pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 11

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edges to loosen it, then carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate. Remove the parchment paper.

Step 12

Let the cake cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your Double Banana Upside Down Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1554.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4222.7

Total Fat 182.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 821.8mg	0%
Sodium 2112.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 640.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.2g	0%
Total Sugars 427.0g
Protein 42.2g	0%

Vitamin D 108.8IU	0%
Calcium 425.1mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 3058.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.5%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 58.6%