Caramel Apple Upside-Down Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs

Preparation Time: 25 minutes

Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Simple to Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan.
2. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Press mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
3. Arrange apple slices on top of the caramel mixture.
4. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, milk, and eggs. Mix until just combined. Pour batter over the apples.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving)

• Calories: 350
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 15g
• Sugar: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and flavorful cake
• Caramelized apples add a sweet and tart element
• Classic American dessert with a modern twist

User Comments:

• "This cake was absolutely divine! The caramel and apple flavors were perfectly balanced."
• "I made this for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!"
• "The cake was so easy to make, even for a novice baker like me."
• "I'll definitely be adding this recipe to my regular rotation."
• "The upside-down presentation adds a touch of elegance to the dessert."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use firm apples that will hold their shape during baking.
• If desired, you can add a glaze to the cake by combining 1 cup powdered sugar with 1-2 tablespoons of milk and drizzling it over the top after inverting.
• Let the cake cool for at least 10 minutes before inverting to prevent breakage.