Description
Bourbon Peach Upside-Down Cake is a delightful dessert that beautifully combines rich bourbon caramel and juicy peaches atop a moist cake. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, from summer barbecues to holiday gatherings, impressing guests with its stunning presentation and irresistible flavors. The warm, comforting notes of bourbon and ripe peaches evoke feelings of home while being simple enough for bakers of all skill levels to master. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or dollop of whipped cream for an unforgettable treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 4–5 fresh peaches, cored and cut into wedges
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 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 the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 9-inch cake pan with parchment paper and butter it generously.
- Arrange the peach wedges over the parchment in a circular pattern, then sprinkle with cinnamon.
- In a saucepan, combine 1/4 cup water and 1/2 cup sugar; heat until light brown without stirring. Remove from heat and add bourbon, pouring over the peaches.
- In a mixing bowl, beat butter and 3/4 cup sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and bourbon.
- In another bowl, whisk together flours, baking powder, and remaining cinnamon. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter over arranged peaches and smooth the surface. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for about 15-30 minutes before turning out onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Select ripe but firm peaches for optimal sweetness. You can substitute other fruits like pineapples or apples if desired. For an extra flavor boost, consider adding nutmeg or ginger to the batter.