Mandarin Orange Upside Down Cake Recipe

June 26, 2023 Post a Comment

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Ingredients

For the topping: 1/4 cup of butter, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 2 cans of mandarin oranges, drained. For the cake: 1/4 cup of butter, 1 cup of sugar, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla, 1 cup of sour cream, 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8 inch round cake pan and set aside. In a medium bowl, mix together the butter and brown sugar until well combined. Spread the butter and sugar mixture evenly over the bottom of the pan. Arrange the mandarin oranges on top of the butter and sugar mixture.

In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Stir in the vanilla and sour cream. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Gradually stir the flour mixture into the egg mixture until just combined. Pour the batter over the oranges in the pan.

Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a plate. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition

One serving of mandarin orange upside down cake contains approximately 270 calories, 14 grams of fat, 37 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of protein and 2 grams of fiber. It also contains 160 milligrams of sodium, 40 milligrams of cholesterol and 40 milligrams of calcium.

Tips and Suggestions

For a lighter cake, try substituting some of the butter for applesauce. You can also use other types of fruit for the topping, such as pineapple, peaches or berries. For a richer flavor, try adding a teaspoon of orange or lemon zest to the cake batter.

For a special occasion, try topping the cake with a glaze made from confectioners' sugar, orange juice and a pinch of salt. If you're looking for a healthier alternative, try replacing the butter with margarine and using low-fat sour cream instead of regular sour cream. You can also reduce the sugar in the cake batter and use a sugar substitute.

This cake is best served warm, but it can also be served at room temperature or chilled. To keep the cake fresh, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. It can also be frozen for up to a month.

Variations

For a tropical twist, try adding a teaspoon of coconut extract to the cake batter. You can also use crushed pineapple in place of the mandarin oranges. For a richer flavor, try adding a teaspoon of almond extract to the cake batter. For a bolder flavor, try adding a teaspoon of ground ginger.

This cake can also be made in a 9-inch square pan. Just reduce the baking time to 30 minutes. You can also bake it in a 9-inch springform pan. Just increase the baking time to 45 minutes.

This mandarin orange upside down cake is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. With its bright citrus flavor and moist texture, it's sure to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. Enjoy!