Peach Upside Down Cake Recipe
Make this easy Peach Upside Down Cake with juicy peaches, caramelized brown sugar, and a soft, moist cake. A delicious homemade dessert for any occasion.
Yield: 4 People
Equipment
- 9-inch round cake pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Small saucepan
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Cooling rack
Materials
- 3–4 fresh peaches
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Peaches: Wash the peaches and slice them into thin, even pieces.
- Make the Caramel Layer: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and stir until smooth.
- Add the Peaches: Pour the brown sugar mixture into the cake pan. Arrange the peach slices evenly over the top.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until creamy. Add the eggs one at a time and mix well.
- Add Yogurt and Vanilla: Add the Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix until smooth.
- Make the Batter: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Add the Batter: Pour the batter over the peaches and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake: Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes.
- Flip the Cake: Place a serving plate over the pan and carefully flip the cake. Slowly remove the pan and parchment paper.
- Serve: Let the cake cool slightly, then slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches for the best flavor and texture.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can make the cake dense.
- Let the cake cool for only 10–15 minutes before flipping so the caramel layer does not become too firm.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra special dessert.