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Craving a dessert that looks as good as it tastes? This Orange Upside Down Cake is a showstopper with caramelized oranges and a soft, fluffy crumb. Perfect for your next gathering or cozy night in!

Orange Upside Down Cake

Craving a dessert that looks as good as it tastes? This Orange Upside Down Cake is a showstopper with caramelized oranges and a soft, fluffy crumb. Perfect for your next gathering or cozy night in!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Canadian
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Cooking spray
  • 2 oranges divided
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 ¼ cup granulated sugar divided
  • 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Coat an 8 or 9 inch round pan with cooking spray. Line with a circular piece of parchment paper (you can trace your pan on the parchment paper with a pencil then cut). Spray on top of the parchment with another layer of cooking spray.
  • Pour melted butter into the lined pan, making sure it’s evenly coated. Next, add a layer of sugar (1/4 cup).
  • Cut one of your oranges in thin slices and remove the seeds and the peel. Place carefully on top of the butter and sugar layer on your pan. You may have to cut some of the slices into smaller pieces to allow it to fit as one layer on your pan. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Mix in remaining granulated sugar (1 cup).
  • Next, add cinnamon and combine.
  • Next, add eggs, vegetable oil, sour cream and vanilla extract. Mix until a thick batter forms.
  • Pour the batter into the pan, ensuring it’s even by using a spatula. Tap on your countertop to fill in any airholes.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Allow to cool for about 10-15 minutes and pass a serrated knife along the edge of the pan.
  • Turn the cake upside down onto a large serving platter. Enjoy!
Keyword cake, oranges, upside down cake