Best 2 Chocolate Almond Upside Down Cake Recipes

Indulge in a culinary delight with our exquisite Chocolate Almond Upside-Down Cake. This delectable treat is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a moist and fluffy chocolate cake base, topped with a layer of caramelized almonds and a rich chocolate ganache. The caramelized almonds add a delightful crunch and a hint of sweetness, while the chocolate ganache provides a decadent and indulgent finish. This cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a special celebration or a cozy afternoon treat. With its stunning presentation and irresistible taste, it's sure to impress your family and friends.

In addition to the main recipe, this article also includes variations to cater to different dietary preferences and tastes. For those who prefer a gluten-free option, we offer a delightful gluten-free chocolate almond upside-down cake recipe that uses almond flour instead of regular flour. For those with a nut allergy, we have a fantastic recipe for a chocolate upside-down cake with caramelized bananas, providing a sweet and fruity alternative to the almonds. And for those who love chocolate and peanut butter combinations, we have an irresistible recipe for a chocolate peanut butter upside-down cake that brings together two classic flavors in a harmonious blend. With so many options to choose from, there's a perfect chocolate almond upside-down cake recipe for everyone to enjoy.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE-ALMOND UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE

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This delicious recipe for chocolate almond upside-down cake is courtesy of Gale Gand and can be found in her cookbook, "Chocolate and Vanilla."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes

Yield Makes one 10-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for pan
3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
1 1/4 cups sliced or slivered almonds, lightly toasted
1 1/4 cups cake flour (not self rising)
1/2 cup cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-processed
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

Prepare the topping: Generously butter a 10-inch round nonstick cake pan. Pour 6 tablespoons melted butter into the cake pan and swirl to coat the bottom; sprinkle in brown sugar. Drizzle honey over sugar and sprinkle evenly with almonds.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Prepare the cake: Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together three times to make the cake extra light. Place butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment and beat until smooth and fluffy. Add sugar and continue mixing. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Continue beating until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. With the mixer running on low speed, add a third of the dry ingredients and mix to combine. Add half the buttermilk and continue mixing. Add another third of the dry ingredients, mix, and add remaining buttermilk and vanilla. Add remaining dry ingredients and mix until smooth. Pour the batter into the pan.
Bake until set in the center and springy, 45 to 55 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of the pan and immediately invert the pan onto a serving platter. Let it sit with the pan still on top for 5 minutes so the caramel can soak into the cake a bit, before removing the pan. If the topping is sticking to the pan, warm the pan surface over a low burner to loosen the caramel and then pour it over the cake. Let cool completely. Cut into wedges with a serrated knife.

CHOCOLATE ALMOND UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE

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Super soft and moist, delicious melt in mouth cake with caramelized topping in every single bite making it a perfect treat.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

5 Tbsp. butter, melted
2/3 cup brown sugar
3 Tbsp. honey
1 1/3 cup sliced almonds
1 box Immaculate Baking Co.™ Chocolate Cake Mix
3/4 cup butter, melted
1 1/4 cup milk
4 eggs

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Take a greased 9 inch cake pan. To this pan add melted butter, brown sugar, honey, and mix well. Spread sliced almonds and gently press into the sugar mixture.
In a large mixing bowl whisk together melted butter, milk, eggs until well combined. Add the cake mix and whisk gently until the cake mix gets incorporated with the liquid ingredients. Then whisk on medium speed for about 2 minutes. Transfer the cake batter to pan pan - thereby covering all the almonds.
Bake in a preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until a cake tester comes out clean. Remove the pan from oven, run a knife through the edges to loosen the cake slightly and then immediately flip over a serving platter. Gently tap the pan and platter together on the kitchen working surface couple of times, and carefully remove the cake pan. Let the cake cool for about 30 minutes even before you slice. Chocolate Almond Upside Down Cake is now ready. Serve along with scoop of ice cream if desired and enjoy.

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips or baking chocolate instead of semisweet chocolate chips.
If you don't have a 10-inch skillet, you can use a 9-inch skillet. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly.
To make sure the cake is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
Let the cake cool for at least 15 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate. This will help prevent the cake from breaking.
Serve the cake warm or at room temperature. It can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This chocolate almond upside-down cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of chocolate, almonds, and caramel is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this recipe a try.