Cast Iron Skillet Upside Down Cake Recipe

Discover the magic of this Upside-Down Cake, adapted from a treasured Nebraska Kitchens cookbook recipe! Baked in a cast iron skillet (or any heavy pan), this recipe creates a beautifully caramelized crust and a moist, tender cake. Feel free to experiment with your favorite seasonal fruits – peaches, berries, apples – the possibilities are endless! Get ready for a delicious dessert that's sure to impress.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 391 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cast Iron Skillet Upside Down Cake

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How to Make Cast Iron Skillet Upside Down Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon. Mix well.
  3. Arrange your fruit in a single layer in the bottom of a well-greased 10-inch cast iron skillet (or heavy oven-safe pan).
  4. Pour the brown sugar mixture evenly over the fruit.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, and vanilla extract.
  7. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Pour the batter over the fruit and brown sugar mixture in the skillet.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool in the skillet for 10-15 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

159g

Fat

41g

Carbs

20g