CINNAMON SPICED APRICOT PECAN UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE

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Cinnamon Spiced Apricot Pecan Upside-Down Cake image

Apricots drenched in caramel and ground pecans and cinnamon in the batter make this cake the sophisticated cousin of the classic pineapple upside-down cake.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (optional)
1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds firm ripe apricots, halved and pitted
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note)
1/4 cup finely ground pecans
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1 cup sugar
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk or 3/4 cup whole milk whisked with 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Stir together the sugar and 1 1/2 tablespoons water in a 10-inch ovenproof skillet until a mixture that looks like wet sand. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until melted and light amber, about 5 minutes. Stir in the salt if making a salted caramel. Arrange the apricots, cut-side down, on top.
  • Whisk the flour, pecans, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt together in a medium bowl.
  • Beat together the sugar and butter with an electric mixer on medium-high speed in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs 1 at a time, beating after each addition, then beat in the vanilla. Reduce the speed to low and add the flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with the buttermilk, beating until just incorporated.
  • Pour the batter over the fruit and spread evenly. Bake until golden brown all over and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 35 to 45 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes and then invert onto a platter. Cool to room temperature before serving.

Abdi Shemsu
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The cake was a little dry, but the flavor was good.


Md Ibrahim Ghazi
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This cake was a bit too sweet for me, but it was still good.


Lucas Burnstick
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This is my new favorite cake recipe.


Bipok Zone
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I'll definitely be making this cake again.


Sobuj Sheikh
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This cake was a hit at my party!


Sunny Multani
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Great recipe! The cake was moist and flavorful.


Mobile Samsung
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This cake was easy to make and turned out delicious! The apricots and pecans added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I would definitely make this again.


Baffa yarbani
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The cake was a little dry, but the flavor was good. I think I would add some more butter or oil next time.


Shaade Philander
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would use less sugar next time.


Olebile Sekabodile
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was so moist and flavorful. My family loved it!


Mosa Maifala
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The apricots and pecans added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Plumbing Flex
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a winner. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are perfectly balanced and the cake is always moist and delicious.


Khalid Saifullah
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This cake was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of sweet apricots, crunchy pecans, and warm cinnamon was divine. The cake itself was moist and fluffy, and the upside-down presentation made it look extra special. I will definitely be making th