Perfect Bourbon Peach Upside-Down Skillet Cake
A rustic and comforting upside-down skillet cake featuring caramelized peaches sautéed in bourbon-scented butter, perfect for easy gatherings and cozy moments.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium ripe peaches, peeled and sliced (about 3 cups)
- 6 tablespoons (85 g) unsalted butter, divided
- 1/2 cup (100 g) packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) bourbon
- 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In your cast iron skillet, melt 4 tablespoons (57 g) of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in 1/2 cup (100 g) packed brown sugar and 2 tablespoons (30 ml) bourbon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes bubbly and caramel-like, about 3-4 minutes.
- Arrange the sliced peaches evenly over the caramel mixture in the skillet. Let them cook for about 5 minutes, spooning some of the caramel over the peaches to coat.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- In another bowl, beat 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar with 2 tablespoons (28 g) softened butter until creamy. Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk to the wet mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Pour the batter over the peaches in the skillet, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and edges are golden brown.
- Let the cake cool in the skillet for about 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edges to loosen, then invert onto a serving plate so the caramelized peaches are on top.
- Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
If caramel is too thin before adding peaches, cook longer until thickened but not burnt. Pat peaches dry if very juicy to avoid soggy topping. Let cake cool 10 minutes before flipping to prevent sticking. Bourbon can be substituted with dark rum or brandy. For vegan or dairy-free options, use coconut oil instead of butter, flaxseed egg instead of egg, and dairy-free milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the cake
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Protein: 3
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