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Bourbon Peach Upside-Down Cake

A delightful twist on a classic dessert, this Bourbon Peach Upside-Down Cake features caramelized peaches in bourbon, making it perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat after dinner.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the peaches and caramel
  • 4-5 pieces peaches, cored and cut into wedges Leave the skin on.
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sugar For the caramel.
  • 1 tablespoon bourbon Added to caramel.
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
For the cake
  • 8 tablespoons butter 1 stick, softened.
  • 1 1/4 cup sugar Divided.
  • 3 pieces eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 3 tablespoons bourbon
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a 9-inch cake pan (do not use a springform) with parchment paper and butter the paper.
  3. Arrange the peaches over the parchment, starting at the center and working your way out. Then, sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon over the peaches.
  4. To make the caramel, combine 1/4 cup of water with 1/2 cup of sugar in a saucepan. Stir to mix, then heat over medium-high heat until it turns light brown. Avoid stirring while it’s heating (about 10-15 minutes). Remove from heat and quickly add 1 tablespoon of bourbon, pouring it evenly over the peaches.
Batter and Baking
  1. For the cake batter, beat the butter and 3/4 cup of sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then beat in the vanilla and 2 tablespoons of bourbon.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon.
  4. Slowly mix this flour mixture into the batter until well combined.
  5. Pour the batter over the peaches and smooth the surface.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick or knife comes out clean when inserted into the center of the cake.
Serving
  1. Let the cake cool for 15-30 minutes before carefully turning it out onto a serving plate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18g

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature. Fantastic on its own or with vanilla ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days; refrigerate for about a week.

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