Mohamed Shili This delightful Julia Child Apple Upside Down Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that showcases tender apple slices caramelized in a buttery brown sugar glaze. Topped with a light and fluffy cake, this treat is perfect for any occasion. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence.
Ingredients Needed
For the Apple Topping
- 1 ½ cups brown sugar (packed)
- 3 tbsp ground cinnamon (divided)
- 5 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
For the Cake Batter
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened apple juice
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp salt
How To Make Apple Upside Down Cake
- Preheat oven & prepare pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10×15-inch baking pan. Sprinkle brown sugar and 2 tbsp cinnamon over the bottom. Arrange apple slices evenly on top.
- Make the cake batter: In a stand mixer, combine flour, apple juice, sugar, butter, eggs, milk, vanilla, baking powder, salt, and remaining 1 tbsp cinnamon. Mix on medium speed for 5-10 minutes (longer mixing makes a fluffier cake).
- Assemble and bake: Pour the batter over the apples, spreading it evenly. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Flip and serve: Let the cake cool for 20-30 minutes. Place a large serving dish over the pan and carefully flip the cake onto the plate. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Recipe Tips
- Choose the Right Apples: Opt for firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to maintain texture and balance sweetness.
- Even Slicing: Slice apples uniformly to ensure consistent cooking and an attractive presentation.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Use butter and eggs at room temperature for a smoother batter and better texture.
- Prevent Sticking: Line the pan with parchment paper and generously butter the sides to facilitate easy release.
- Cool Before Inverting: Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before flipping to prevent breaking or sticking.
How To Store Leftovers
- Refrigerate: Wrap leftover apple upside-down cake tightly in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: Wrap leftover apple upside-down cake securely in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn. Freeze for up to 2 months. To serve, thaw the cake in the refrigerator overnight before bringing it to room temperature.
Nutrition Fact
Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of 9″ cake)
- Calories: 386
- Total Fat: 14.48g
- Saturated Fat: 3.459g
- Cholesterol: 27mg
- Sodium: 365mg
- Potassium: 134mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 61.27g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 40.87g
- Protein: 4.17g
More Julia Child Recipes:
- Julia Child Apple Pie
- Julia Child Apple Clafoutis
- Julia Child Apple Charlotte Dessert
- Julia Child Almond Cake
- Julia Child French Apple Tart
Julia Child Apple Upside Down Cake
Description
This delightful Julia Child Apple Upside Down Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that showcases tender apple slices caramelized in a buttery brown sugar glaze. Topped with a light and fluffy cake, this treat is perfect for any occasion. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Apple Topping
For the Cake Batter
Instructions
- Preheat oven & prepare pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10×15-inch baking pan. Sprinkle brown sugar and 2 tbsp cinnamon over the bottom. Arrange apple slices evenly on top.
- Make the cake batter: In a stand mixer, combine flour, apple juice, sugar, butter, eggs, milk, vanilla, baking powder, salt, and remaining 1 tbsp cinnamon. Mix on medium speed for 5-10 minutes (longer mixing makes a fluffier cake).
- Assemble and bake: Pour the batter over the apples, spreading it evenly. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Flip and serve: Let the cake cool for 20-30 minutes. Place a large serving dish over the pan and carefully flip the cake onto the plate. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Choose the Right Apples: Opt for firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to maintain texture and balance sweetness.
- Even Slicing: Slice apples uniformly to ensure consistent cooking and an attractive presentation.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Use butter and eggs at room temperature for a smoother batter and better texture.
- Prevent Sticking: Line the pan with parchment paper and generously butter the sides to facilitate easy release.
- Cool Before Inverting: Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before flipping to prevent breaking or sticking.
Julia Child Apple Upside Down Cake
