Lemon Ginger Almond Upside-Down Cake

Upside-down cakes have been around for centuries and were originally made with fruits like apples and pineapple. The idea of using lemons and ginger in an upside-down cake adds a unique twist to this classic dessert.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Lemon Ginger Almond Upside-Down Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, 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 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 2 zest and juice Lemons
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Sliced almonds

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round cake pan.
2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar until dissolved. Pour the mixture into the prepared cake pan.
3. In a bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, grated ginger, almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until creamy. Gradually add the dry ingredients mixture, alternating with the milk.
5. Pour the batter over the butter-sugar mixture in the cake pan. Sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove the cake from the oven and let it rest in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, invert the cake onto a serving plate.
8. Serve the Lemon Ginger Almond Upside-Down Cake warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 30g

Protein 5g10%

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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.