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Fresh Mini Peach Upside Down Cakes

Delightful mini cakes topped with caramelized peaches, perfect for cozy gatherings and individual servings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the peach topping
  • 2 cups fresh peaches, sliced Make sure they are ripe for the best flavor!
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar This will create a nice caramel mixture.
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened Use unsalted butter for better control over saltiness.
For the cake batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Sifted for better texture.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar To sweeten the batter.
  • 1/2 cup milk Use whole or 2% milk for optimal moisture.
  • 1 piece egg Large eggs are preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder For leavening the cake.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract For added flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances the sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice 2 cups of fresh peaches and set them aside.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup of butter. Add 1/2 cup of brown sugar and stir until combined, creating a caramel mixture. Pour this into your lined muffin tins, dividing evenly.
  3. Place the sliced peaches on top of the caramel mixture, covering it evenly.
Cake Batter
  1. In a mixing bowl, cream 1 cup of granulated sugar with the remaining butter until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in 1 egg and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
  4. Add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with 1/2 cup of milk, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Baking
  1. Spoon the batter over the arranged peaches and caramel in the muffin tins.
  2. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  3. Let the cakes cool for a few minutes before flipping them onto a serving plate.
Serving
  1. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

If fresh peaches aren’t in season, consider using canned peaches in juice (not syrup) for a similar taste. Don’t let the cakes cool too long in the pan to ensure the caramel remains gooey for flipping.