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Perfect Peach Upside Down Cake with Box Mix

Perfect Peach Upside Down Cake with Box Mix


  • Author: Savannah
  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant summer dessert combining caramelized peaches and a boxed vanilla sponge cake. Quick, elegant, and customizable, this American classic is perfect for family dinners or parties.


Ingredients

Unsalted Butter, ¼ cup
Light Brown Sugar, ¼ cup
Granulated Sugar, ¼ cup
Ripe Peaches, 6
Peach Jello Mix, 3 Tbsp
Vanilla Extract, 1 tsp
Yellow Cake Mix, 1 box (15.25 oz)
Eggs, 3 large
Half-and-Half, ¼ cup
Vegetable Oil, ¼ cup


Instructions

Melt butter in 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat
Combine brown sugar and granulated sugar in skillet, stir until melted
Peel and slice peaches; arrange in butter-sugar mixture
Sprinkle jello mix over peaches
Whisk cake mix, eggs, half-and-half, and oil in bowl
Pour batter over peaches into skillet
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35 minutes
Let cool completely, then invert onto serving plate

Notes

Use cast iron skillet for even caramelization
Jello mix intensifies peach flavor
Substitute agar-agar for gelatin
Replace 2 eggs with applesauce for dietary needs
Gluten-free cake mix available
Drizzle with peach syrup if desired

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 35
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of recipe)
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 42g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg