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Peach Upside Down Cupcakes

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Delightful peach upside down cupcakes that encapsulate the essence of summer with juicy peaches and a caramel-like topping in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large peach, sliced into 6 wedges
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and place a rack in the middle position.
  2. Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over low heat, then stir in the brown sugar.
  3. Spoon a tablespoon of the butter-sugar mixture into each cavity of a 6-cup muffin tin.
  4. Arrange one peach wedge on top of the sugar mixture in each cup.
  5. Mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar in a medium bowl.
  6. Combine the wet ingredients by beating the egg lightly and stirring in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  7. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  8. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, covering the peach wedges.
  9. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cupcakes rest in the tin for 5 minutes, then invert onto a serving platter.

Notes

Use ripe peaches for the best flavor and feel free to swap peaches with other fruits like pineapples or apples.

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