Fudge Upside Down Cake

The upside down cake originated in the United States in the early 1900s and became popular during the Great Depression when ingredients were scarce.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Fudge Upside Down Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 4 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 1 cup Boiling water
• for serving Whipped cream or ice cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar and boiling water until the sugar is dissolved.
5. Pour the brown sugar mixture into the prepared cake pan. Carefully spoon the cake batter over the top.
6. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
8. Invert the cake onto a serving plate. Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.