Apple Upside Down Sour Cream Cake Recipe

This irresistible Apple Upside Down Sour Cream Cake is a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors! Imagine the warm, comforting aroma of cinnamon and brown sugar filling your kitchen as this cake bakes to golden perfection. A crunchy, buttery breadcrumb base is topped with juicy apple slices, slivered almonds, and a luscious sour cream cake. No frosting needed! Enjoy it warm from the oven or at room temperature, topped with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra decadent treat. This recipe ensures easy release from the pan – make sure to grease it well! (See recipe #78579 for extra greasing tips).

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 671 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 3.5 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Upside Down Sour Cream Cake

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How to Make Apple Upside Down Sour Cream Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  3. In the bottom of the prepared pan, evenly sprinkle 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs.
  4. In a medium bowl, gently toss 6 medium apples (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced), 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/4 cup slivered almonds, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  5. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the bread crumbs in the pan.
  6. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  7. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, then stir in 1 cup ground almonds.
  8. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 cups all-purpose flour until smooth.
  9. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  10. Pour the batter evenly over the apple mixture in the pan.
  11. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  12. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
  13. To invert: Place a wire rack upside down on top of the cake. Carefully invert the pan, letting the cake fall onto the rack. Gently remove the pan.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

197g

Fat

79g

Carbs

29g

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