Ingredients for Caramel Walnut Upside Down Banana Cake
- Cooking Spray
- Unsalted Butter
- Golden Brown Sugar
- Dark Corn Syrup
- Walnut Halves
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Baking Powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar + 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- Banana
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Dark Rum
- Vanilla Extract
- Whipped Cream
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How to Make Caramel Walnut Upside Down Banana Cake
- **Make the Caramel Walnut Topping:**
- Spray an 8-inch round cake pan with 2-inch high sides with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, and 1/4 cup light corn syrup.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until butter melts and mixture boils for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts.
- Pour the hot caramel mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Let cool completely.
- **Make the Banana Cake:**
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, sift together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 3 ripe mashed bananas, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon rum (optional), and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Gradually beat in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter over the cooled caramel topping in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
- Carefully run a knife around the edge of the cake to loosen it.
- Place a serving platter upside down on top of the pan.
- Invert the pan and platter together to release the cake.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before gently lifting off the pan.
- Let cool for at least 15 minutes for the caramel to set.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
19 g
Sugar
231g
Fat
108g
Carbs
31g
