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Caramel Apple Upside Down Cornmeal Cake Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible fall flavors of this Caramel Apple Upside Down Cornmeal Cake! This recipe, inspired by Better Homes and Gardens, features a buttery caramel base, tender apple slices, and a moist cornmeal cake that's perfect for autumn gatherings or a cozy night in. The sweet and nutty pecans and cranberries add delightful pops of texture and flavor.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 383.6 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Caramel Apple Upside Down Cornmeal Cake

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How to Make Caramel Apple Upside Down Cornmeal Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a 10-inch oven-proof skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced. Stir for 5 minutes until slightly softened. Remove apples from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, combine 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) of butter and 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar.
  5. Cook and stir over medium heat until butter melts and sugar dissolves, then bring to a boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  6. Stir in 1/4 cup milk.
  7. Sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped pecans and 1/4 cup dried cranberries over the caramel.
  8. Arrange the apple slices evenly over the pecan-cranberry mixture.
  9. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  10. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup cornmeal, 1/2 cup water, and 1/4 cup melted butter.
  11. Add 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the wet ingredients and mix well.
  12. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  13. Pour batter gently over the apples in the skillet.
  14. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  15. Let cool in the skillet for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

97g

Fat

50g

Carbs

15g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Breakfast Desserts Fruit Fall Winter Seasonal Apples Brunch