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Upside-down cake

An upside-down cake is a cake that is baked in a single pan with its toppings at the bottom of the pan. When removed from the oven, the cake is flipped over and served upside-down, with the toppings on top. The most common variant is the pineapple upside-down cake, but other fruits such as apples, pears, peaches, and apricots can also be used.

History

The concept of cooking a cake upside-down is an ancient technique that dates back to the Middle Ages. Originally, these cakes were cooked in cast iron skillets over an open flame. The modern version of the upside-down cake became popular in the United States in the early 20th century, particularly after the introduction of canned pineapple by the Dole Food Company.

Preparation

To prepare an upside-down cake, a layer of fruit is arranged at the bottom of a cake pan, often with a mixture of butter and sugar to create a caramelized topping. A cake batter is then poured over the fruit. After baking, the cake is inverted onto a serving plate, revealing the fruit topping.

Variations

Pineapple upside-down cake: The most iconic version, typically made with canned pineapple rings and maraschino cherries.
Apple upside-down cake: Uses sliced apples, often with cinnamon and nutmeg.
Pear upside-down cake: Features sliced pears, sometimes with ginger or cardamom.
Apricot upside-down cake: Made with fresh or canned apricots, sometimes incorporating cornmeal into the batter for texture.
Tarte Tatin: A French variation using apples, traditionally made with a pastry crust instead of cake batter.

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-'''Upside-down cake''' is a type of [[cake]] that is baked in a single pan, then turned over and served upside-down. The most common version is the [[pineapple upside-down cake]], but many variations exist, including apple, peach, and cherry.
+== Upside-down cake ==
+[[File:Pineapple-upside-down-cake.jpg|thumb|A traditional pineapple upside-down cake]]
+[[File:Upside-down_cake.jpg|thumb|An upside-down cake with various fruits]]
+[[File:Pear_Upside-Down_Cake_(26158091401).jpg|thumb|A pear upside-down cake]]
+[[File:Upside_down_pineapple_cake_(829293767).jpg|thumb|Another version of pineapple upside-down cake]]
+[[File:Apricot_upside-down_cornmeal_cake_(2712225012).jpg|thumb|Apricot upside-down cornmeal cake]]
+[[File:Tarte_tatin_appletart.jpg|thumb|Tarte Tatin, a French upside-down apple tart]]
+An '''upside-down cake''' is a cake that is baked in a single pan with its toppings at the bottom of the pan. When removed from the oven, the cake is flipped over and served upside-down, with the toppings on top. The most common variant is the [[pineapple upside-down cake]], but other fruits such as [[apples]], [[pears]], [[peaches]], and [[apricots]] can also be used.
 == History ==
-The upside-down cake has a long history that dates back to the Middle Ages. Early versions of the cake were made in cast iron skillets on top of the stove. The cake was cooked upside-down, then flipped over to reveal a design on top. The modern version of the upside-down cake, with its signature layer of caramelized fruit, became popular in the United States in the early 20th century.
+The concept of cooking a cake upside-down is an ancient technique that dates back to the Middle Ages. Originally, these cakes were cooked in cast iron skillets over an open flame. The modern version of the upside-down cake became popular in the United States in the early 20th century, particularly after the introduction of canned pineapple by the [[Dole Food Company]].
 == Preparation ==
-The upside-down cake is unique in its preparation. The bottom of the pan is lined with the chosen fruit and sugar, which caramelizes during baking. The cake batter is then poured over the fruit and the cake is baked. Once the cake is done, it is inverted onto a serving plate, revealing the caramelized fruit on top.
+To prepare an upside-down cake, a layer of fruit is arranged at the bottom of a cake pan, often with a mixture of butter and sugar to create a caramelized topping. A cake batter is then poured over the fruit. After baking, the cake is inverted onto a serving plate, revealing the fruit topping.
-== Variations ==
+=== Variations ===
-While the pineapple upside-down cake is the most well-known version, many other variations exist. These include the [[apple upside-down cake]], the [[peach upside-down cake]], and the [[cherry upside-down cake]]. Each variation uses a different type of fruit, but the basic preparation method remains the same.
+* '''Pineapple upside-down cake''': The most iconic version, typically made with canned pineapple rings and maraschino cherries.
+* '''Apple upside-down cake''': Uses sliced apples, often with cinnamon and nutmeg.
+* '''Pear upside-down cake''': Features sliced pears, sometimes with ginger or cardamom.
+* '''Apricot upside-down cake''': Made with fresh or canned apricots, sometimes incorporating cornmeal into the batter for texture.
+* '''Tarte Tatin''': A French variation using apples, traditionally made with a pastry crust instead of cake batter.
-== See also ==
+== Related pages ==
-* [[List of cakes]]
+* [[Cake]]
-* [[Pineapple upside-down cake]]
+* [[Baking]]
+* [[Dessert]]
 * [[Tarte Tatin]]
 [[Category:Cakes]]
 [[Category:Desserts]]
-{{food-stub}}
+[[Category:Baking]]