Savor the delightful burst of citrus with our Sun-Kissed Orange Upside-Down Cake. This charming cake features caramelized orange slices at the bottom, which become the top layer upon flipping, offering a stunning and tangy finish. The cake itself is a tender and light sponge, made with low-protein cake flour for an extra soft texture.
Why You'll Love This:
A delicious twist to the classic upside-down cake with vibrant orange slices.
Soft, fluffy sponge cake with the sweet aroma of oranges.
Perfectly caramelized topping that's both tangy and sweet.
Perfect Occasion:
This cake is an excellent choice for afternoon tea, a summer party, or as a delightful dessert after a family meal.
Ingredients:
For the Orange Slices:
1 orange, sliced
35g sugar
10g water
For the Cake:
85g butter
75g granulated sugar
120g cake flour (low protein, around 8%)
3g baking powder
2 eggs
Instructions:
Prepare the Oranges:
In a pan, heat water and sugar until the sugar dissolves. Add the orange slices and cook until they soften. Set aside.
Cake Pan Setup:
Line a cake pan with parchment paper. Neatly arrange the cooked orange slices at the bottom of the pan.
Making the Batter:
In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Gently mix in the cake flour and baking powder until the batter is smooth.
Baking:
Pour the batter over the orange slices in the pan, smoothing out the top.
Preheat the oven to 175℃ (347℉) and bake the cake for 45 minutes.
Serving:
Once baked, let the cake cool. Invert the cake onto a serving plate to reveal the caramelized orange topping.
Enjoy your Sun-Kissed Orange Upside-Down Cake, a delightful treat that marries the freshness of citrus with the sweetness of a homemade cake!