Description
This Bourbon Peach Upside Down Cake captures the essence of summer with a rich, boozy caramel glaze and tender, sweet peaches. A touch of almond flour creates a beautifully moist crumb, making it a nostalgic and deeply satisfying dessert.
Ingredients
- Fresh ripe peaches, sliced
- Cinnamon
- Water
- Granulated sugar
- Bourbon
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Large eggs
- Vanilla extract
- All-purpose flour
- Almond flour
- Baking powder
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F (175 C). Line a 9-inch cake pan with parchment paper and butter the paper. Do not use a springform pan.
- Arrange the peach wedges over the parchment paper, starting at the center and working your way out in a circular pattern. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon over the peaches.
- In a small saucepan, combine water and half a cup of sugar. Stir once and cook over medium-high heat for 10 to 15 minutes until it turns a light brown. Remove from heat, stir in one tablespoon of bourbon, and immediately pour over the peaches in the cake pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and the remaining sugar for about three minutes until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla and the rest of the bourbon, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and the remaining cinnamon. Slowly beat these dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter over the peaches in the pan and gently smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let the cake rest in the pan for 15 to 30 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate.
Notes
For best results, ensure your peaches are ripe but still firm enough to maintain their shape during baking. Keep a close eye on the caramel as it cooks, as it can go from perfect to burnt very quickly. Allowing the cake to cool in the pan for 15-30 minutes before flipping helps the caramel set properly and prevents the fruit from sticking. For an added crunch, consider scattering a handful of toasted pecans over the peaches before pouring the caramel. A hint of nutmeg or cardamom can also be a delightful addition to the spice blend.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American