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Upside Down Orange Cake Recipe

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This Upside Down Orange Cake combines a moist, flavorful citrus-infused cake topped with caramelized orange slices that create a stunning presentation and delightful taste. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a bright, fruity dessert any time of year.

Ingredients

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For the topping:

  • 2 large oranges, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp butter

For the cake:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a round cake pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Create Caramel Base: Melt the 2 tablespoons of butter with 1/3 cup sugar together in a saucepan until melted and combined, then pour this caramel mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared cake pan.
  3. Arrange Orange Slices: Lay the thinly sliced oranges evenly over the caramel layer in the cake pan, ensuring full coverage to create the signature upside-down topping.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to distribute the leavening agents evenly.
  5. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another large bowl, cream 1/2 cup softened butter with 1/2 cup sugar using a mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps incorporate air for a tender cake.
  6. Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time into the creamed butter mixture. Then mix in the orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract to infuse the batter with fresh citrus flavor.
  7. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cake.
  8. Pour Batter: Carefully pour the batter over the arranged orange slices in the pan, smoothing the top to ensure even baking.
  9. Bake the Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, indicating doneness.
  10. Cool and Invert: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a serving plate so the caramelized orange topping is displayed beautifully. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use thinly sliced oranges for an attractive caramelized topping that softens during baking.
  • Be careful when inverting the cake as the caramel topping will be hot and sticky.
  • You can substitute orange juice with freshly squeezed tangerine or mandarin juice for a different citrus twist.
  • Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the cake light and tender.
  • Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an added indulgence.

Keywords: upside down orange cake, caramelized orange cake, citrus cake, easy orange dessert, baked orange cake

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