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Traditional Strawberry Upside Down Cake – theamazingfood

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This Traditional Strawberry Upside Down Cake is a summer favorite straight from my childhood. Made with juicy strawberries and a soft vanilla-scented cake, it flips into a stunning dessert that’s as nostalgic as it is delicious.

  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the Topping:

  • 4 cups sliced strawberries

  • 4 tbsp melted butter

  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar

For the Cake Batter:

  • ½ cup white sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 3 tbsp melted butter

  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free)

  • ¾ cup buttermilk

  • 1½ cups self-rising flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Pour 4 tbsp melted butter into the bottom of a 9-inch round cake pan.

  3. Sprinkle ⅓ cup granulated sugar evenly over the butter.

  4. Layer 4 cups sliced strawberries on top in a single layer.

  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 eggs and ½ cup white sugar until light.

  6. Add 3 tbsp melted butter and 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free); whisk until smooth.

  7. Pour in ¾ cup buttermilk and stir gently.

  8. Add 1½ cups self-rising flour gradually; stir until smooth, without overmixing.

  9. Pour batter evenly over the strawberry layer in the cake pan.

  10. Bake for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

  11. Let cool for 10 minutes only, then run a knife around the edge.

  12. Place a plate over the pan and carefully flip the cake onto it.

  13. Remove the pan gently and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • You may substitute other fruits like peaches or blueberries.

  • For dairy-free buttermilk, use plant milk plus lemon juice.

  • Flip the cake after exactly 10 minutes of cooling to avoid sticking.

  • Do not refrigerate before serving, or the topping may firm up too much.

  • Author: Layla
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes