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Blueberry Upside Down Skillet Cake

Blueberry upside down skillet cake features sweet blueberries in a slightly tart, easy to make cake. This easy skillet cake recipe makes a perfect dessert or even a sweet breakfast option.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Servings: 8
Calories: 274kcal
Author: Meaghan - The Quicker Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter cubed
  • 1 scant cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup salted butter melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Set a 10" cast iron skillet over medium low heat, and add the cubed butter.
  • Once melted, add the brown sugar- whisking until it's dissolved.
  • Remove the skillet from heat, then stir in the orange juice until combined. Add the blueberries evenly out into the dish.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, add the flour, sugar, and baking powder. Whisk together to evenly combine.
  • In another mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract- to evenly combine.
  • Pour the egg mixture into the bowl with the flour mixture, and stir just until evenly combined. Do not over mix.
  • Pour the batter out over the blueberries and sauce in the skillet, spreading gently with a spatula (if needed) for an even layer.
  • Bake the cake at 400° for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Remove the skillet from the oven, and allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes before turning it out onto a waiting serving platter.

Notes

  • You can sub frozen blueberries for fresh, but make sure they're completely thawed first
  • Run a butter knife around the edges of the skillet after the cooling period to help release the cake from the dish before turning it over.
  • Serve with scoops of vanilla ice cream or dollops of freshly whipped cream for an extra treat.

Nutrition

Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 221mg | Potassium: 101mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 451IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 1mg