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Peach Upside Down Mini Cakes

Irresistible Peach Upside Down Mini Cakes to Delight Your Senses

These Peach Upside Down Mini Cakes with caramelized peaches offer a delightful taste of summer in individual servings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 mini cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Topping
  • 1 can non-stick cooking spray Prevents sticking in muffin tins.
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Cold, adds moisture and richness.
  • 6 teaspoons light brown sugar Provides sweetness and caramelization.
  • 3 pieces fresh peaches Adds natural sweetness and flavor.
For the Batter
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the cakes rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda Works with baking powder for leavening.
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.67 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the cake batter.
  • 0.33 cups unsalted butter At room temperature for richer batter.
  • 1 large egg At room temperature, binds ingredients.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Adds flavor depth.
  • 0.5 cups buttermilk At room temperature for moistness.

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Mixer
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and spray muffin pan with cooking spray.
  2. Cut cold butter into small pieces and place in muffin cups, sprinkle with brown sugar, and arrange peach slices.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  4. Beat room temperature butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  5. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  6. Gradually add flour mixture alternating with buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
  7. Distribute the batter into muffin cups over the peach layer, filling about ¾ full.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini cakeCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, enjoy fresh and warm, with optional ice cream or whipped cream.

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