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Delightfully Sweet Banana Upside Down Cake Recipe

This Banana Upside Down Cake showcases caramelized bananas atop a soft, moist base, making it a delightful centerpiece for gatherings or a cozy dessert at home.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ripe bananas sliced
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup whole milk

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the baking dish with butter and brown sugar.
  3. Arrange the sliced bananas on top of the caramel layer.
  4. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  6. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  7. In another bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
  8. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture.
  9. Pour the batter over the bananas in the pan.
  10. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  11. Allow the cake to cool for a few minutes before inverting it.
  12. Invert the cake onto a serving plate.
  13. Serve warm or at room temperature.