This Banana Upside Down Bundt Cake is an amazing treat! It’s moist, tender, and exploding with banana flavor. The brown sugar and butter glaze gives it a unique sweetness, while the walnuts add crunch and texture. It’s a crowd-pleasing dessert that’s perfect for any occasion, from a casual family dinner to a special occasion. Plus, it’s surprisingly easy to make! So let’s get started.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 ripe bananas, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Preparing the Bundt Cake Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 10-cup Bundt pan. In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter and brown sugar. Spread the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Arrange the banana slices on top of the mixture. Sprinkle with the cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
Making the Cake Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, oil, eggs, vanilla, and buttermilk. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and whisk until just combined. Fold in the walnuts.
Baking the Cake
Pour the batter over the banana slice in the pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a plate.
Making the Glaze
In a small saucepan, heat the cream over low heat until just boiling. Remove from heat and whisk in the brown sugar until dissolved. Let cool for 10 minutes before pouring over the cake.
Nutrition
This Banana Upside Down Bundt Cake is packed with flavor and nutrition. Each serving contains 365 calories, 19 grams of fat, 39 grams of carbohydrates, 3 grams of fiber, and 5 grams of protein. It’s also a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, calcium, iron, and potassium.
Serving Suggestions
This cake is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It also pairs well with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream. For an extra special treat, top with a drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce. Enjoy!