Skillet Apple Upside-Down Cake

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Ingredients

For the Apple Layer:

  • 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

  • A pinch of cinnamon (optional)

For the Batter:

  • 1 large egg

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/4 cup neutral oil (or melted butter)

  • 1/2 cup milk

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apples: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and melt the butter. Add the sliced apples and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of sugar (and cinnamon, if using). Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until the apples slightly soften and the sugar begins to caramelize. Arrange them evenly across the bottom of the pan.

  2. Mix the Batter: In a bowl, whisk together the egg, 1/4 cup sugar, oil, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Sift in the flour and baking powder, folding gently until just combined.

  3. Combine: Pour the smooth batter directly over the caramelized apples in the skillet, ensuring all the apples are covered evenly (just like the top image).

  4. Cook:

    • Stovetop Method: Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid and let it cook on the lowest heat setting for about 15–20 minutes. You will know it’s ready to flip when the top of the batter is set and dry to the touch.

    • Oven Method: If your skillet is oven-safe, you can bake it at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  5. Flip and Serve: Once cooked, run a spatula around the edges of the skillet. Place a plate over the skillet and carefully invert it so the beautifully caramelized apples are now on top.

  6. Garnish: Let it cool slightly, then dust the top generously with powdered sugar before serving (as shown in the bottom image).

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