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Peach Upside Down Mini Cakes

Tender and moist mini cakes topped with caramelized peaches, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

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  • Non-stick cooking spray
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (cold)
  • 6 teaspoons light brown sugar
  • 3 fresh peaches
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
  • 1 large egg (at room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup buttermilk (at room temperature)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a mini muffin pan with non-stick spray.
  2. Combine the cold butter and brown sugar in a small bowl, then spoon the mixture into each muffin cup.
  3. Wash, peel, and slice the peaches thinly, placing them in each cup on top of the brown sugar mixture.
  4. Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl.
  5. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, then beat in the egg and vanilla.
  6. Alternate adding the dry mixture and buttermilk into the creamed mixture, stirring until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter over the peaches in the muffin cups until about three-quarters full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool for 5-7 minutes, then carefully flip the muffin pan upside down to release the cakes.

Notes

Serve warm with powdered sugar or vanilla ice cream. Try variations with different fruits or nuts for exciting twists!

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Keywords: Peach, Mini Cakes, Dessert, Upside Down Cake, Summer Treat