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Mini Peach Upside Down Cakes

Mini Peach Upside Down Cakes for an Irresistible Summer Treat

Delight in these Mini Peach Upside Down Cakes, a summery treat featuring caramelized peaches and tender vanilla cake.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Topping
  • 3 peaches Fresh Peaches Choose ripe peaches for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Essential for caramelization.
  • 3 teaspoons Butter (melted) Adds moisture and richness.
For the Cake
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the batter.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binder.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavens the cake.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Brings moisture.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In each muffin cup, add 2 teaspoons of brown sugar and 1 teaspoon of melted butter, then arrange peach slices on top.
  3. Whisk together 1 cup of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Cream together the melted butter and 1/2 cup of sugar until fluffy, then add 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla.
  5. Alternately add the dry mixture and 1/4 cup of milk to the butter mixture, mixing gently.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool for 5 minutes, run a knife around the edges, and invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe peaches for the best flavor and avoid overmixing to keep the cakes tender. Allow cakes to cool properly to retain the caramel topping.

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