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Brown Sugar Peach Upside Down Skillet Cake Easy Homemade Recipe with Caramel Glaze

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A cozy and indulgent upside down skillet cake featuring caramelized peaches and a buttery caramel glaze, perfect for a quick homemade dessert that feels like a warm hug.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 medium ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • Caramel glaze: 1/2 cup brown sugar, 3 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Peel and slice about 3 cups of peaches. Toss them gently with 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and cinnamon to coat.
  3. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat in a 10-inch cast iron skillet. Sprinkle 1 cup of brown sugar evenly over the melted butter and let it bubble and melt for 2-3 minutes without burning.
  4. Arrange the peach slices in a single layer over the caramel mixture in the skillet. Remove from heat.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat the egg until slightly frothy. Add the milk, remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir to combine.
  7. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a spatula until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  8. Carefully spoon the batter over the arranged peaches in the skillet, spreading evenly.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the edges pull slightly away from the skillet.
  10. While the cake bakes, prepare the caramel glaze by combining 1/2 cup brown sugar, 3 tablespoons butter, and 2 tablespoons heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until smooth and thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  11. Let the cake rest for 10 minutes after baking. Run a knife around the edges, then invert the cake onto a serving plate to reveal the caramelized peach topping.
  12. Drizzle the caramel glaze over the top while warm. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

If peaches seem juicy, sprinkle a tiny bit of cornstarch over them before topping with batter to avoid sogginess. Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet for best caramel crust. Let cake rest before flipping to prevent sticking. Timing the caramel glaze to finish as cake comes out is key for best texture.

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