Quince Upside Down Cake

Elevate your dessert game with this stunning Quince Upside Down Cake, a show-stopping treat that combines caramelized quinces with a warmly spiced, buttery cake. Perfectly tender slices of fragrant quince are arranged atop a layer of rich, golden brown sugar caramel, which bakes into the delicately spiced cinnamon batter, creating an irresistible fusion of flavors. This cake is not only visually stunning but also surprisingly easy to make, with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, vanilla, and a hint of lemon juice to brighten the fruit. Ideal for fall gatherings or as a unique centerpiece for any special occasion, this dessert is best served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Impress your guests with this indulgent twist on a classic upside-down cake, and watch it disappear slice by slice!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 whole quinces
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 115 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams brown sugar
• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 120 milliliters whole milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel, core, and slice the quinces into thin wedges. Toss them with the lemon juice to prevent browning.

Step 3

Melt 50g of the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and stir until the mixture is smooth and bubbling. Pour this caramel mixture into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 4

Arrange the quince slices over the caramel in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping each piece. Set the pan aside.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, beat the remaining 65g of butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 7

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 8

Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 9

Pour the cake batter over the quinces in the pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Run a knife around the edges to loosen, then carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate. Peel off the parchment paper.

Step 12

Cool the cake completely at room temperature before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1637.8 grams (1637.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3389

Total Fat 114.80g	147%
Saturated Fat 63.20g	316%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 642mg	214%
Sodium 2360mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 579.80g	211%
Dietary Fiber 21.20g	76%
Total Sugars 397.30g
Protein 41.30g	83%

Vitamin D 137IU	683%
Calcium 496mg	38%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 2291mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.4%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 65.9%