Peach Upside Down Cake Recipe

A blue-ribbon winner for over 40 years! This simplified Peach Upside Down Cake recipe is a delightful twist on a classic. My first-ever cake, it's still a family favorite, perfect for potlucks, celebrations, or a cozy night in. Get ready to experience the juicy burst of peaches and the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of a perfectly caramelized brown sugar topping.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 388.5 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Peach Upside Down Cake

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How to Make Peach Upside Down Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of butter in a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  3. Evenly sprinkle 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar over the melted butter.
  4. Drain a 29 ounce can of sliced peaches, reserving the syrup. Arrange peach slices over the brown sugar.
  5. Optionally, arrange 1/2 cup maraschino cherries (round side down) amongst the peaches.
  6. Add enough water to the reserved peach syrup to measure 1 1/3 cups of liquid.
  7. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix, the 1 1/3 cups of peach syrup mixture, and 3 large eggs. Mix according to cake mix instructions.
  8. Pour batter evenly over the peaches in the prepared pan.
  9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
  11. Carefully invert the cake onto a large serving platter or cookie sheet with sides.
  12. Remove the pan and serve warm, topped with whipped cream (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

197g

Fat

29g

Carbs

21g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peach Upside Down Cake?

Peach Upside Down Cake takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peach Upside Down Cake?

Peach Upside Down Cake has approximately 388.5 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peach Upside Down Cake?

The key ingredients for Peach Upside Down Cake are Yellow Cake Mix, Butter, Brown Sugar, Peach Halves In Syrup, Maraschino Cherry, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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