Aunt Betty's Apple Upside Down Corn Bread Recipe

A family heirloom recipe passed down for over 50 years! This decadent Apple Upside-Down Cornbread is a twist on the classic, featuring a caramelized apple topping and a moist, subtly sweet cornbread base. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting dessert, it's best served warm with a pat of butter and a drizzle of warm maple syrup. Get ready to experience a taste of tradition!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 236.8 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Aunt Betty's Apple Upside Down Corn Bread

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How to Make Aunt Betty's Apple Upside Down Corn Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and cook, stirring constantly, until melted and bubbly.
  3. Arrange apple slices in a single layer over the bottom of the prepared pan, tucking them into the melted brown sugar mixture.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Add the eggs, milk, and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter over the apples in the prepared pan.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm with butter and maple syrup.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

65g

Fat

25g

Carbs

12g

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