Double Berry Upside Down Cake. Part cake and part pie, this upside cake does not disappoint! Lots of caramelized blueberries and raspberries highlight this cinnamony, dense, and super moist single layer cake. This will be your go to cake of the spring and summer.
Spring has sprung and berries are popping up everywhere. Blueberries. Raspberries. Blackberries. Strawberries. I'm making my favorite berry recipes like Blueberry Drop Scones, Fresh Strawberry Crumb Cake, Blueberry Cobbler, and Raspberry Balsamic Glazed Chicken on repeat.
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what's to love about this cake?
I've added a NEW recipe that I just adore! DOUBLE BERRY UPSIDE DOWN CAKE! It is loaded with lots and lots of berries (just like a pie) along with a super moist and cinnamon spiced cake. You will just love this recipe! It is the best upside down cake recipe.
what is an upside cake?
So just what is an upside down cake? It's a single layer cake that has its toppings on the bottom of the pan.
Typically, some sort of fruit such are pineapple, apples, or berries are spread in the bottom of the pan. Then a cake batter is spread that completely covers the fruit layer. After the cake is baked, it is inverted on a serving platter or footed cake stand, and the bottom of the cake becomes the top.
ingredients
- salted butter
- granulated sugar
- cinnamon
- nutmeg
- blueberries
- raspberries
- egg
- vanilla extract
- all purpose flour
- kosher salt
- heavy cream
how to make a berry upside down cake
My Double Berry Upside Down Cake takes about 20 minutes to prep, 30 minutes to bake, and 15 minutes of cooling time.
Prep the pan ~ Coat the pan with butter, sprinkle with sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add a layer of blueberries and raspberries.
Make the cake batter ~ Cream butter and sugar. Mix in an egg and vanilla extract. Combine flour, cinnamon, kosher salt, and baking soda. Add the flour mixture alternately with the heavy cream. Spread the batter evenly over the berries in the pan.
Bake the cake ~ When a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, the cake is done baking. Place the cake on a cooling rack to cool.
Whip the heavy cream ~ Beat the heavy whipping cream until it just holds the shape of soft peaks. Run a knife around the edge of the cake and pan. Place a large plate on top of the cake. Flip both the pan and plate over. Remove the pan.
when should you flip an upside down cake?
An upside down cake has the top on the bottom. If the cake is completely cooled in the pan, the fruit on the bottom will cause it to stick. It needs to cool slightly ~ about 15 minutes ~ before flipping it over on to a serving plate.
Run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen any cooked on cake pieces. Place a large plate on the pan. Carefully flip over both the plate and the pan. Give the bottom of the pan a tap and lift it off.
expert tips
Pick fresh berries ~ Choose the freshest blueberries and raspberries for the berry cake.
Bring the ingredients to room temperature ~ It will make mixing the cake easier if the butter and egg are taken out of the refrigerator about 30 to 60 minutes before preparing the upside cake.
Let the cake cool before unmolding ~ To ensure that the berry cake does not stick to the pan, cool it for about 15 minutes before unmolding .
Store the berry cake in the refrigerator ~ The cake will stay fresh for 2 to 3 days when lightly covered with plastic wrap and stored in the refrigerator. For optimal flavor, take the berry cake out of the the fridge about 15 minutes before serving.
more dessert recipes
- Apple Crumb Bars
- Muffin Cake with Fresh Blueberries
- No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake with Berry Sauce
- Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies
- Cinnamon Caramel Apple Pie Donut Holes
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Recipe
Double Berry Upside Down Cake
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons salted butter divided
- 1 cup granulated sugar divided
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon divided
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup raspberries
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups all purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream divided
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat the bottom and sides of an 8 inch round cake pan with 2 tablespoons of the butter. Use all the butter to thickly coat the pan.
- Evenly sprinkle ½ cup of granulated sugar on the bottom of the baking pan. Sprinkle ½ teaspoon of cinnamon and the nutmeg evenly over the sugar.
- Arrange the raspberries and blueberries in a single layer over the sugar. Set aside.
- Using and stand mixer or a hand mixer, beat the remaining 6 tablespoons of butter with the remaining ½ cup sugar for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat for 1 minute.
- In a small bowl, combine the all purpose flour, the remaining ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, baking powder, and kosher salt.
- With the mixer on low speed, alternately add the flour mixture and ½ cup heavy cream in 2 batches. Mix until just combined.
- Add the batter to the baking pan and carefully spread it evenly over the berries.
- Place the pan on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and bake for 30 to 40 minutes. The cake is done when a toothpick is inserted and comes our clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and place on a cooling rack for 15 minutes.
- Loosen the cake by running a knife around the edges. Carefully flip the cake over on a serving dish or cake stand.
- Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream until it has soft peaks.
- Cut the cake into wedges and serve with the whipped cream.
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Notes
- Pick fresh berries ~ Choose the freshest blueberries and raspberries for the berry cake.
- Bring the ingredients to room temperature ~ It will make mixing the cake easier if the butter and egg are taken out of the refrigerator about 30 to 60 minutes before preparing the upside cake.
- Let the cake cool before unmolding ~ To ensure that the berry cake does not stick to the pan, cool it for about 15 minutes before unmolding .
- Store the berry cake in the refrigerator ~ The cake will stay fresh for 2 to 3 days when lightly covered with plastic wrap and stored in the refrigerator.
Kathie Hogan says
I made 2 yesterday for dessert for my book club meeting.
As much as I dislike making changes to a recipe, I need to make the cakes gluten free, so I did use gluten free flour. Made one with blackberries and one with peaches. Both were a hit with my friends! Thanks Amy, it’s a great recipe that I will use again.
Amy Casey says
Thanks so much for your comment Kathie! I'm so glad you enjoyed my recipe and you're welcome. I made this recipe gluten free the most recent time I made it too.
Kathleen Santoro says
Would it be ok to use all blueberries or strawberries ?
Amy Casey says
Kathleen ~ It definitely would!
Katie Crenshaw says
Wow! This came out fantastic. The fruit tasted amazing in the cake! It turned out so moist. My family loved it.
Amy Casey says
I'm so glad your family enjoyed this tasty cake 🙂
Terri says
Have you made this using frozen berries?
Amy Casey says
Hi Terri ~ Yes! Frozen berries would work too.
Lauren Michael Harris says
I've never been a huge pan of pineapple upsidedown cake, but this berry version is amazing! So delicious - will be made several times this summer I'm sure!
Amy Casey says
Lauren ~ I feel the same way about pineapple upside down cake. This berry version is a favorite. So glad you enjoyed my recipe.
Annie says
This cake is the perfect use for summer berries! It's so easy to make and so delicious!
Amy Casey says
Thanks Annie! I do love making this cake in the summer.
veenaazmanov says
Love the Cinnamon flavor combination and the amazing berries to it. This cake looks super delicious and moist too.
Amy Casey says
Me too! And thank you!!
Heather Perine says
Such a perfect cake for summer! The berry topping looks delicious!
Amy Casey says
Thanks Heather! I love anything berry in the summer time.
Jacqueline Debono says
I've only ever made pineapple upside down cake but this berry version looks like the perfect summer treat. On my to-make list!
Amy Casey says
I hope you enjoy my recipe Jacqueline 🙂
Marta says
This double berry upside down cake was an excellent change of pace from the same ol' pineapple upside-down cake! We loved it.
Amy Casey says
Awesome Marta! I am so glad you enjoyed my recipe.
Amanda says
I loved that the juice from the berried soaked into the cake. So good and perfect for a summer cake! I really enjoyed all the fresh berries in this one!
Amy Casey says
Yes! So much flavor from the berries in the cake.
Megan says
This looks absolutely incredible. I have bookmarked to make for my Mums upcoming birthday. I cant wait to make it.
Amy Casey says
Megan ~ fabulous! This is a delicious cake for a birthday.
mikayla says
Wow, the absolute melt in your mouth cake is now a favorite. A rainy overcast day here and I happened to have all the required ingredients. My little family will love it for dessert (minus the piece I already had).
Amy Casey says
LOL! Don't you just love when you have all the ingredients on hand to make a recipe.