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Blueberry Upside Down Cake

Irresistible Blueberry Upside Down Cake You'll Love

A delightful Blueberry Upside Down Cake that transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping dessert, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Topping
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Blueberries Add frozen directly without thawing.
  • 1/4 cup Butter Softened.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
Cake Batter
  • 3 large Eggs At room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Almond milk for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Check for freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • Pinch Salt Omit if using salted butter.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Baking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9-inch round cake pan with non-stick spray.
  2. Melt butter and brown sugar in a saucepan over low heat until syrupy. Pour into the cake pan and add blueberries evenly on top.
  3. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form and set aside.
  4. Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Mix in egg yolks and vanilla.
  5. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk.
  6. Fold in beaten egg whites gently without deflating.
  7. Pour batter over blueberry layer in the pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55-60 minutes.
  8. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Invert onto a serving plate to reveal the blueberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients, and ensure eggs are at room temperature for a lighter texture. Proper cooling helps prevent sticking.

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