This Caramelized Banana Upside Down Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The caramelized bananas on top add a touch of sweetness and flavor that is sure to please everyone. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the caramel sauce is rich and decadent. This cake is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
INGREDIENTS
For the Upside-Down Layer:
- 12 tablespoons butter
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 4 bananas, sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch strips
For the Cake:
- 2 mashed bananas
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 eggs, at room temperature
- 2/3 cup plain, non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch pan with butter.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together for about 2 minutes until the mixture becomes slightly glossy. Pour it evenly into the prepared pan. Layer the sliced bananas on top of the sugar mixture and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted butter, eggs, Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. Stir in the baking powder and salt, then gradually add the flour, mixing until just incorporated.
- Pour the batter over the banana layer, spreading it evenly. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown along the edges and the brown sugar mixture starts to bubble around the pan’s edges.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a large tray. Serve warm, optionally topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Notes: For a smaller portion, you can halve the recipe and bake it in a 9×9-inch square pan.
