Upside Down Caramel Banana Cake

Indulge your sweet tooth with this irresistible Upside Down Caramel Banana Cake—a nostalgic dessert with a modern twist! The base (or top, once flipped) boasts a layer of caramelized bananas, perfectly golden and sticky-sweet, thanks to a luscious brown sugar and butter glaze. Beneath this glossy topping lies a moist, fluffy banana cake, bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and a hint of vanilla. With every slice, you'll experience the perfect blend of soft cake and gooey caramelized fruit. This show-stopping dessert is easy to make in just an hour, making it perfect for weeknight treats or special occasions. Serve it warm to showcase its rich caramel drizzle or enjoy it at room temperature for a satisfying slice of pure banana bliss!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 bananas
• 115 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams brown sugar
• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 2 egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
• 120 milliliters milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.

Step 2

Slice the 3 bananas into thin, even rounds and set aside.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, melt 50 grams of the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and cook until melted and smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Pour this caramel mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared cake pan.

Step 4

Arrange the banana slices over the caramel in a single layer, slightly overlapping if needed. Set aside.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, beat the remaining 65 grams of butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Mix in the mashed bananas until well combined.

Step 9

Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk to the batter, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 10

Pour the batter over the caramel and banana layer in the cake pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then carefully invert onto a serving plate. Allow the caramel to drizzle over the sides of the cake.

Step 13

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your Upside Down Caramel Banana Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1010.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1875.6

Total Fat 15.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 392mg	0%
Sodium 2320.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 438.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 368.8g
Protein 18.3g	0%

Vitamin D 96IU	0%
Calcium 198.7mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 2453.5mg	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: 7.1%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 89.2%