Ginger-Cinnamon Apple Upside-Down Delight
Experience the ultimate in apple indulgence with the Ginger-Cinnamon Apple Upside-Down Delight. A scrumptious cake adorned with tender, caramelized apples marinated in a rich brown sugar and butter glaze. The cake itself is a symphony of flavors, spiced with aromatic ginger and cinnamon, offering both warmth and sweetness. Perfectly complemented with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this dessert is the ultimate finale to any meal.
9
Servings
311
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
1/3 cup (cut up)
Brown sugar
1/3 cup (packed)
Red baking apples
6 small (halved, stems removed, cored)
All-purpose flour
1 1/3 cups
Granulated sugar
2/3 cup
Baking powder
2 teaspoons
Ground ginger
1 teaspoon
Ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon
Milk
2/3 cup
Butter
1/4 cup (softened)
Egg
1
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
Vanilla ice cream
optional
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Add 1/3 cup of butter, cut into pieces, into a 9x9x2-inch baking pan, and allow it to melt in the oven for about 5 minutes.
3
Evenly sprinkle the melted butter with the packed brown sugar and stir gently to combine.
4
Arrange 9 apple halves, cut side down, into the butter and sugar mixture in the pan.
5
Place the baking pan back in the oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbly and fragrant.
6
While the apples are baking, peel the remaining apples and coarsely shred them, setting them aside for later use.
7
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ginger, and cinnamon.
8
Add the shredded apple, milk, softened butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
9
Using an electric mixer on low speed, blend until combined, then increase the speed to medium and mix for 1 additional minute.
10
Carefully spoon the batter over the arranged apples in the pan, ensuring an even spread. It's okay if some apples are exposed or if some butter surfaces.
11
Place the cake back into the oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
12
Once baked, cool the cake in the pan on a wire rack for about 5 minutes.
13
Loosen the cake's edges with a knife and invert it onto a serving platter, allowing the caramelized topping to drizzle over the top.
14
Let it cool for an additional 20 minutes before serving. Optionally, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
Nutrition Information
16g
Fat
41g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ginger-Cinnamon Apple Upside-Down Delight?
It is a scrumptious cake featuring caramelized red baking apples marinated in a brown sugar and butter glaze, spiced with aromatic ginger and cinnamon.
What type of apples are best for this recipe?
The recipe specifically calls for small red baking apples that are halved, cored, and had their stems removed.
How many servings does this apple cake provide?
This recipe makes 9 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 311 calories.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How much butter is needed for the glaze?
You will need 1/3 cup of butter, cut into pieces, to melt in the pan for the glaze.
How long should the butter and sugar mixture bake initially?
Bake the butter and brown sugar mixture with the apples for 10 to 15 minutes until it becomes bubbly and fragrant.
What size baking pan is required?
A 9x9x2-inch baking pan is required for this recipe.
How do I prepare the apples for the batter?
The apples not used for the bottom layer should be peeled and coarsely shredded before being added to the batter.
What spices give this cake its flavor?
The cake is flavored with 1 teaspoon of ground ginger and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
Can I use an electric mixer for the batter?
Yes, use an electric mixer on low speed to combine, then on medium speed for 1 additional minute.
How should the apple halves be arranged in the pan?
Arrange 9 apple halves cut side down into the butter and sugar mixture.
What is the total fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 16g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
There are 41g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is there any protein in this dessert?
Yes, each serving provides 3g of protein.
What ingredients are needed for the dry mix?
The dry mix consists of all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground ginger, and ground cinnamon.
How do I know when the cake is finished baking?
The cake is done when a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, usually after 35 minutes.
Should I cool the cake before inverting it?
Yes, let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 5 minutes before inverting it.
How do I successfully invert the cake onto a platter?
Loosen the edges of the cake with a knife first, then carefully invert it onto a serving platter.
What is the recommended serving suggestion?
It is delicious served warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
How much milk is required for the batter?
The recipe requires 2/3 cup of milk.
Does the recipe use both brown and white sugar?
Yes, it uses 1/3 cup of packed brown sugar for the topping and 2/3 cup of granulated sugar for the batter.
How much vanilla extract should I use?
Use 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract in the cake batter.
How long should the cake rest after being inverted?
Let the cake cool for an additional 20 minutes before serving.
Is it okay if some apples are exposed when pouring the batter?
Yes, it is perfectly fine if some apples are exposed or if some butter surfaces when you spread the batter.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include dessert, apple cake, upside-down cake, ginger, cinnamon, easy baking, sweet, autumn dessert, and caramelized apples.
How much baking powder is needed?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
How many eggs are in the batter?
One egg is used in the batter.
How much softened butter is added to the batter?
You need 1/4 cup of softened butter for the batter.
How many apples are needed in total?
The recipe calls for 6 small red baking apples.