Go Back
+ servings
Banana Upside Down Cake Recipe

Deliciously Easy Banana Upside Down Cake Recipe to Love

This Banana Upside Down Cake Recipe transforms ripe bananas into a deliciously easy dessert that impresses everyone.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Light brown for milder flavor
  • 1/2 cup Butter or margarine for dairy-free
  • 2-3 medium Bananas very ripe, cut into slices
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1/2 cup Whole Wheat Flour or additional all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon optional
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt or plain yogurt
  • 2 large Eggs or flax eggs for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract almond extract is an alternative
For the Caramel Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar foundation of gooey glaze
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream for creamy texture
  • 1/4 cup Butter for added richness
  • pinch Salt to enhance sweetness

Equipment

  • 8x8 or 9-inch round cake pan
  • medium bowl
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8 or 9-inch round cake pan with butter.
  2. Melt 1/2 cup of butter with 1 cup of brown sugar in the pan over medium heat, stirring until bubbling and smooth.
  3. Cut 2-3 ripe bananas into 1/2-inch slices and arrange them over the caramel in a single layer.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup whole wheat flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Cream together 1/2 cup softened butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  6. Mix in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, then fold in 1 cup Greek yogurt and 1 cup mashed bananas.
  7. Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
  8. Pour the batter over the arranged bananas in the pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes, then lower to 325°F (163°C) for an additional 25-35 minutes.
  10. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then invert it onto a plate.
  11. For the glaze, combine 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup butter, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan, boil for 2-3 minutes until thick.
  12. Drizzle the warm glaze over the cake just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Grease the pan generously to prevent sticking.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!