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Best Homemade Blueberry Upside Down Cake

Best Homemade Blueberry Upside Down Cake That Wow Moments

Best Homemade Blueberry Upside Down Cake is an easy dessert featuring caramelized blueberries on a fluffy cake.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel Base
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds sweetness and creates a luscious caramel base.
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter Provides richness and moisture.
For the Cake Batter
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries The star of the dish.
  • 2 eggs Provide structure and leavening.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can be swapped with gluten-free flour.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Essential for leavening.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 3/4 cup whole milk Adds moisture.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Electric mixer
  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • rubber spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan with non-stick spray.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of brown sugar and 1/4 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat until syrupy, about 3-5 minutes. Pour into the pan and add blueberries on top.
  3. Beat 2 egg whites in a clean bowl on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Cream together 1/2 cup of softened butter and 1 cup of sugar until fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add in the 2 egg yolks and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Mix well.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups of flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Gradually add this dry mixture and 3/4 cup of whole milk to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the beaten egg whites until no visible streaks remain.
  7. Spread the batter evenly over the blueberries and caramel in the pan, leveling the surface.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean and edges are golden brown.
  9. Let cool for 15 minutes, then carefully invert onto a serving platter and tap to release.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the best experience.

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