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Mango Upside Down Cake with Lime and Ginger Recipe

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This Mango Upside Down Cake with Lime and Ginger is a tropical twist on the classic dessert, featuring caramelized mango slices layered beneath a moist, spiced cake flavored with ginger, lime zest, and yogurt. Perfectly tender and subtly tangy, this cake is baked in a cast iron skillet or cake pan for a golden finish and an impressive presentation when flipped—ideal for warm-weather gatherings or a special treat.

Ingredients

Cake Batter

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt or sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ cup melted unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • Zest of one lime
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup plain yogurt (regular or Greek)

Caramelized Topping

  • 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 2–4 mangoes (depending on size and type)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Batter: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Generously butter the bottom and edges of a 10-inch cast iron skillet or a deep 9-inch cake pan. If using a cake pan, also line the bottom with parchment paper. Melt ½ cup of butter in the microwave or on the stove and set aside to cool.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, ground ginger, salt, baking powder, and baking soda to combine evenly.
  3. Prepare Lime Zest and Juice: Use a microplane grater to zest the lime, then juice it. Set aside.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract until combined. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition, even if the mixture appears grainy.
  5. Add Yogurt: Stir the plain yogurt into the wet mixture gently with a silicone spatula. Set both dry and wet ingredient bowls aside without mixing them together.
  6. Make Caramelized Topping: In a small bowl, mix softened butter and brown sugar with a spatula or wooden spoon until evenly combined without streaks. Spread this mixture evenly over the bottom of the prepared pan using an offset spatula for best results.
  7. Prepare Mangoes: Cut mangoes by slicing lengthwise down each side of the seed. Cut diagonal slices on the flesh, then carefully run a knife around the peel edge. Bend the peel backward so the slices pop forward and cut them away from the peel.
  8. Arrange Mango Slices: Neatly place the mango slices in a close pattern over the brown sugar and butter layer at the bottom of the pan.
  9. Combine Batter Components: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in two batches, stirring well after each addition until the flour is fully incorporated and batter is smooth without lumps.
  10. Assemble and Bake: Pour the batter evenly over the mango slices in the pan, smoothing gently to the edges. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the cake is deeply golden, edges pull away from the pan, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Cool and Flip: Once baked, immediately run a knife or offset spatula around the cake edges while leaving it in the pan. Transfer the pan to a cooling rack and cool for 10 minutes.
  12. Invert the Cake: After 10 minutes, place a large plate over the pan, hold with pot holders, and quickly flip to unmold the cake onto the plate, allowing it to drop smoothly and reveal the caramelized mango topping.
  13. Final Cooling and Serve: Let the cake cool for 30 to 60 minutes before serving. Optionally, sprinkle with additional lime zest for a fresh finish.

Notes

  • Using fresh, ripe mangoes will ensure maximum sweetness and flavor in the caramelized topping.
  • Ensure the pan is well buttered and lined with parchment if using a cake pan to prevent sticking during flipping.
  • The grainy texture in the wet mixture after adding eggs is normal and will smooth out after combining with dry ingredients.
  • If mangoes are less sweet, consider increasing the brown sugar slightly for a more pronounced caramel flavor.
  • Allow the cake to cool adequately before serving for better slice consistency.

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