Upside-down apple & walnut cake
Indulge in a delightfully moist Upside-Down Apple & Walnut Cake featuring caramelized brown sugar, tender apples, crunchy walnuts, and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for any occasion!
- 29 May 2025
- Cook time 15 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 6 Servings
- 9 Ingredients
This Upside-down Apple & Walnut Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the tartness of apples with the richness of brown sugar and buttery walnuts. It's perfect for a cozy get-together or a special occasion. The sweet and nutty flavors come together to create a moist and flavorful treat that's sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- 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.
- In a saucepan, melt 2/3 cup butter over medium heat.
- Add 1 cup brown sugar to the melted butter and stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the butter-sugar mixture evenly into the prepared cake pan.
- Layer the apple chunks neatly over the butter-sugar mixture in the cake pan, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups sour cream, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 2 eggs until smooth.
- Gradually stir in 1/2 cup self-raising flour and 1 tsp cinnamon until well combined.
- Fold in 1/3 cup chopped walnuts into the batter.
- Pour the batter over the apple slices in the cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the cake.
- Place a serving plate over the cake pan and carefully invert the cake onto the plate, so the apple layer is on top.
- Let the cake cool completely before slicing.
- Optionally, you can serve this delicious upside-down apple & walnut cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Tips:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking.
- Make sure to use room temperature butter for easier mixing and a smoother batter.
- Use parchment paper to line the cake pan for easier removal of the cake once it's baked.
- Mix the dry ingredients separately before incorporating them into the wet mixture to avoid overmixing the batter.
- Toast the walnuts prior to adding them into the cake for enhanced flavor.
Creating this Upside-down Apple & Walnut Cake is a rewarding and enjoyable baking experience. The combination of apples, cinnamon, and walnuts creates a delectable flavor profile that is both comforting and sophisticated. With a bit of preparation and these helpful tips, you’ll have a delicious, beautifully layered cake to share and enjoy. Happy baking!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 220 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 590kcal | 29% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 8g | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 60g | 17% |
| Fiber 2.77g | 7% |
| Sugar 44g | 44% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 36g | 43% |
| Saturated 16g | 54% |
| Cholesterol 150mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 270ug | 30% |
| Choline 80mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 0.13mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 0.17mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 0.48mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 0.13mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B9 36ug | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 0.41ug | 17% |
| Vitamin C 3.15mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E 0.54mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K 3.77ug | 3% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 150mg | 11% |
| Copper, Cu 0.27mg | 30% |
| Iron, Fe 1.23mg | 11% |
| Magnesium, Mg 40mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus, P 150mg | 12% |
| Potassium, K 330mg | 10% |
| Selenium, Se 11ug | 19% |
| Sodium, Na 80mg | 6% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.09mg | 10% |
| Water | |
| Water 110g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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