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Fig Upside-Down Cake

Irresistibly Moist Fig Upside-Down Cake You'll Love to Make

This Fig Upside-Down Cake is a tender and moist dessert that invites everyone to the table with its caramelized figs and heartwarming flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fig Layer
  • 6 figs Fresh Figs Use ripe but firm figs to prevent a mushy texture.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar for a lower-glycemic option.
  • 1/4 cup Earth Balance (or Unsalted Butter) For a vegan version, use margarine; for non-vegan, use butter.
For the Cake Batter
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with any neutral oil such as canola or melted coconut oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Flavoring agent that enhances the cake’s aroma.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh for optimal rise.
  • 1 cup Dairy-Free Milk Substitute with whole milk for a non-vegan version.
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar Activates baking soda, ensuring a tender cake crumb. Can use lemon juice as an alternative.

Equipment

  • Cast-Iron Skillet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Fig Upside-Down Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cast iron skillet.
  2. Combine fresh figs with granulated sugar in a bowl and let sit for 10-15 minutes. Melt Earth Balance in the skillet.
  3. Sauté the coated figs for 2-3 minutes until they soften slightly and begin to caramelize.
  4. Mix vinegar with dairy-free milk and let it sit. Whisk vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and sugar together.
  5. Combine all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in a bowl.
  6. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter over the sautéed figs evenly and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  8. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a plate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use fresh figs and monitor baking time to ensure your cake remains moist. Feel free to experiment with seasonal fruits or additional toppings.

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