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Banana Upside Down Cake

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Indulge in the delightful experience of Banana Upside Down Cake, a moist dessert that features sweet, caramelized bananas atop a fluffy cake base. This versatile treat is perfect for any occasion—from brunch to dessert or even as an afternoon snack. The eye-catching presentation will surely impress your guests, while its rich flavors will leave them craving more. Made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour and Greek yogurt, this cake strikes a balance between indulgence and nutrition. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and enjoy it with a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an irresistible twist!

Ingredients

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  • 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 4.5 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 overripe bananas (mashed)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup whole wheat flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • dash of salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease an 8 x 8 inch square or a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In the prepared pan, spread brown sugar evenly and scatter pieces of butter on top. Bake for about 5–7 minutes until melted.
  3. Remove from the oven and stir to combine the melted butter and sugar; arrange sliced bananas over the mixture.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  5. In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  6. Stir in Greek yogurt and mashed bananas until well blended.
  7. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture; mix just until combined.
  8. Pour batter over arranged bananas in the pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake for about 30 minutes at 350°F then reduce temperature to 325°F for another 25–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Cool slightly before inverting onto a plate to serve.

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