Peach Upside Down Cake
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Peach Upside Down Cake is made with fresh peaches layered in a butter and brown sugar covered pan, then topped with a simple cake mix cake for a moist, delicious and easy dessert. This Peach Upside Down Cake recipe is perfect for a summer BBQ or a Fall family gathering. So easy to make, everyone will think you were in the kitchen all day.
Looking for other peach recipes? Check out my recipe for Peach Galette, Peach Crisp or even this simple breakfast, Peach Baked Oatmeal.
This Peach Upside Down Cake is so flavorful. This cake starts with a simple layer to create the beautiful caramel flavor all over the peaches and down the sides of the cake from a mixture of butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and a little touch of nutmeg.
Peach Upside Down Cake is perfect for when those beautiful peaches are in season. Fresh peaches add so much flavor and a whole lot of texture to this simple cake.
Can I use Canned or Frozen Peaches?
If you don’t have fresh peaches on hand, you can use canned or frozen peaches. If you are using canned peaches, make sure to drain them completely to remove any excess liquid. If using frozen peaches, allow the peaches to thaw and remove them from any liquid that has drained from the peaches. Slice them into thinner slices if necessary.
Can I make Peach Upside Down Cake Ahead?
This Peach Upside Down Cake Recipe can be made up to 2 days in advance of when you will be serving it. If you are making this cake ahead, allow it to cool completely and wrap tightly in plastic wrap or place in an air tight container. Store the cake either on the counter top or in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Just a side note, this cake, like any cake is best when served fresh.
Can this Peach Cake be Frozen?
This Peach Upside Down Cake can be easily frozen if you are wanting to keep it for a later date. To freeze this cake, allow the cake to cool completely, then wrap tightly in plastic wrap and a layer of aluminum foil. Be sure to label the cake, so you don’t forget what it is! (I may have done this!!)
To thaw the cake, place it in the refrigerator overnight, or it can be thawed on the counter top for a few hours.
How to make Peach Upside Down Cake
For the full recipe instructions head down to the recipe card, let’s just go over a few helpful tips here to make this tasty cake.
I like to make this cake in an 8 inch round springform pan, if you don’t have a springform pan, this cake can also be made in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
To prepare the pan, spray the bottom and sides with cooking spray to help the cake from sticking. Line the bottom of the pan with a piece of parchment paper, cut to fit the bottom.
Make the French Vanilla Cake Mix according to the package instructions. Pour the cake mix over the top of the peaches and bake in a 350º F for 35-45 minutes, until the cake is cook through. Test the doneness of the test by poking a toothpick into the center of the cake, if it comes out clean, the cake is done baking.
Peach Upside Down Cake Recipe
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Peach Upside Down Cake
Ingredients
- 1 French Vanilla Cake Mix (plus ingredients to make the cake)
- 2-3 peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350º F, prepare an 8 inch round springform pan by spraying with cooking spray and lining the bottom with a piece of parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Spread evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Place the sliced peaches in a single layer on top of the brown sugar layer
- In a mixing bowl, make the cake mix according to the cake mix directions. Pour the cake mix over the peaches.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of the cake
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Release the cake from the pan and place a plate on the top of the cake. Turn the cake over so the peaches are on top.
Notes
- Nutrition facts are just an estimate
- yellow peaches are recommended for this recipe
Nutrition
Peach Upside Down Cake is made with fresh peaches layered in a butter and brown sugar covered pan, then topped with a simple cake mix cake for a moist, delicious and easy dessert. This Peach Upside Down Cake recipe is perfect for a summer BBQ or a Fall family gathering. So easy to make, everyone will think you were in the kitchen all day.
My Mother used to make this type of cake sometimes using apricots and a jar of apricot preserves. Sure peaches are great also.
That sounds so delicious! I will have to try it with apricots!
It looks lovely! Question — the cake mixes in our stores make two 8” or 9” round cakes. What do you do with the extra batter? Thank you!
I make this cake in an 8 inch springform pan, which has higher sides so I can use all of the batter for this one cake. If you just have the smaller 8″ pans, you could make two separate cakes, or make one peach and one vanilla, or just make some cupcakes with any extra batter.
Thank you so much! Absolutely delicious. I need to buy a springform pan since 9×13 isn’t as handy when flipping it over, and not as pretty. (We ate pieces from the pan and when it was very quickly reduced to the size of a plate flipped it!)
So happy you enjoyed it!! Thanks for your comment!
Made this several times. Very good and easy!
Thanks for sharing!