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Blueberry Upside Down Cake

Perfectly Fluffy Blueberry Upside Down Cake You'll Love

Enjoy this delightful Blueberry Upside Down Cake that balances sweetness with vibrant flavors, making it perfect for family gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Topping
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Use light for a milder flavor or dark for more depth.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Make sure it’s softened.
  • 2 cups Blueberries Use fresh or frozen (do not thaw).
For the Batter
  • 2 Eggs (separated) Whites create fluffiness; yolks add richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but enhances flavor.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Skip if using salted butter.
  • 1 cup Milk Almond or oat milk works great for dairy-free.

Equipment

  • 9-inch cake pan
  • medium saucepan
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9-inch cake pan with non-stick spray.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar and butter over medium heat, stirring until syrupy, about 3-5 minutes. Pour it into the cake pan.
  3. Evenly distribute the blueberries over the caramel mixture in the pan.
  4. Beat the egg whites in a clean bowl until stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes, then set aside.
  5. In another bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (4-5 minutes). Add egg yolks and vanilla extract.
  6. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk.
  7. Fold the beaten egg whites into the batter until no streaks remain.
  8. Spoon the batter over the blueberries in the pan and spread gently.
  9. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an elevated dessert experience.

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