Description
Bourbon Peach Upside-Down Cake is a scrumptious dessert that beautifully marries the sweetness of ripe peaches with the rich flavor of bourbon caramel, creating a moist and indulgent treat. Ideal for family gatherings or summer barbecues, this cake not only delights the taste buds but also impresses visually with its stunning peach-topped presentation. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed at room temperature, each bite promises to transport you to dessert heaven.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 ripe peaches, cored and wedged
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 3 tablespoons bourbon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 9-inch cake pan with parchment paper and butter it well.
- Arrange peach wedges on the bottom, sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Make caramel by combining water and sugar in a saucepan, heating until light brown. Add bourbon and pour over peaches.
- Beat butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and bourbon.
- In another bowl, whisk together flours, baking powder, and remaining cinnamon; gradually mix into wet ingredients.
- Pour batter over peaches and smooth out the surface.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 15-30 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Use ripe peaches for maximum flavor. Line your pan properly to prevent sticking. Keep an eye on caramel to avoid burning. Allow cooling time for easier removal.