Apple Upside-Down Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 10 medium Granny Smith apples (2-2.5 lb)
• 1 cup (2 sticks or 8 ounces) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg
• 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
2. Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples.
3. In a large skillet, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Add cinnamon and nutmeg and cook for 1 minute more. Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking pan.
4. Arrange the apple slices on top of the sugar mixture.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt.
6. In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg, sour cream, and vanilla extract.
7. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined. Do not overmix.
8. Pour the batter over the apples in the baking pan.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
10. Let the cake cool slightly before inverting it onto a serving platter.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 300 per serving
• Fat: 15g
• Cholesterol: 55mg
• Sodium: 240mg
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm, comforting dessert
• Sweet and tangy flavor
• Moist and flavorful cake
• Perfect for any occasion

User Comments:

• "This cake is absolutely delicious! The apples were perfectly tender and the cake was moist and fluffy."
• "I love the combination of the sweet apples and the tangy brown sugar glaze."
• "This is the best apple upside-down cake I've ever had! It's easy to make and always a hit with my family."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a non-stick baking pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
• If you don't have a skillet, you can melt the butter and brown sugar in a small saucepan over low heat.
• Be careful not to overbake the cake, as it will become dry.
• Serve the cake warm with whipped cream or ice cream for an extra special treat.