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Blueberry Upside Down Cake

Irresistible Blueberry Upside Down Cake That Will Wow You

A delicious Blueberry Upside Down Cake that's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel Topping
  • 1 cup brown sugar light or dark based on desired richness
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter for moisture and richness
  • 2 cups blueberries fresh or frozen
For the Cake Batter
  • 2 eggs separate whites and yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract can substitute with almond extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour spooned into measuring cup for accuracy
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder check for freshness
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt fine salt for even distribution
  • 1/2 cup milk can swap for buttermilk

Equipment

  • 9-inch cake pan
  • medium saucepan
  • Electric mixer
  • large mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch cake pan with non-stick spray.
  2. Combine 1 cup of brown sugar and 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until syrupy.
  3. Pour the syrup mixture into the cake pan and spread the blueberries evenly over it.
  4. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form and set aside.
  5. Cream together 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  6. Add in egg yolks and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  7. Whisk together 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt, then mix into the butter mixture alternating with 1/2 cup of milk.
  8. Fold in the whipped egg whites gently and spread the batter over the blueberries.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Cool for 15 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate and allowing to rest for 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavors, use fresh blueberries and ensure eggs are at room temperature. Avoid overmixing to prevent a dense texture.

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