Caramelized Upside-Down Banana Cake – Moist, Buttery & Irresistible! 🍌🍰


 

Warning: This warm, sticky, caramel-kissed banana cake is so decadent, it’ll make you forget all other desserts! Imagine tender banana slices baked in a buttery brown sugar glaze, topped with a fluffy, spiced cake that soaks up all the caramel goodness.

Perfect for brunch, potlucks, or when you need a showstopping treat—this cake is easier than you think and guaranteed to impress!

Why You’ll Love This Cake

✅ Caramelized banana topping – Sweet, gooey perfection
✅ Super moist & fluffy – Thanks to ripe bananas
✅ One-bowl batter – Minimal cleanup
✅ Smells like heaven – Cinnamon + caramelized sugar = pure bliss

Ingredients You’ll Need

(9-inch round cake)

For the Banana Topping:

  • 3 tbsp (45g) unsalted butter

  • ½ cup (100g) brown sugar

  • 3-4 ripe bananas, sliced ½-inch thick

  • ½ tsp cinnamon

For the Cake Batter:

  • 1½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened

  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 3 very ripe bananas, mashed (~1 cup)

  • ½ cup (120ml) buttermilk (or milk + ½ tbsp vinegar)

(Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans in the batter)


Step-by-Step Instructions




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