Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of a Traditional Strawberry Upside Down Cake, a perfect dessert that embodies the essence of summer. This visually stunning and moist cake features a luscious layer of sweet strawberries caramelized in butter and sugar, creating an irresistible topping that will impress your guests. Ideal for gatherings, picnics, or cozy evenings at home, this recipe is steeped in nostalgia and family tradition. With its easy preparation and impressive presentation, this cake is sure to become a beloved staple in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
- 4 cups sliced strawberries
- 4 tbsp melted butter (for topping)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine sliced strawberries, melted butter, and granulated sugar; coat the strawberries well.
- Pour the strawberry mixture into a greased 9-inch round cake pan.
- In another bowl, whisk together white sugar and melted butter until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and buttermilk.
- Gradually fold in self-rising flour until just combined.
- Pour the batter over the arranged strawberries and smooth it out gently.
- Bake for about 50 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before flipping onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg