While my all time favorite upside down cake is definitely pineapple, banana is good too and so are berries. I’ve make raspberry upside down cake and it was delicious, so I decided to go with blueberry this time. I actually made this twice because the first time I used too many blueberries and there was more fruit than cake!
This is an easy recipe and actually comes out of the pan a lot easier than other upside down cakes I’ve made. Not sure if it’s because blueberries are so much smaller or what the reason is, but if you are a blueberry fan you will want to try this.
Easy Blueberry Upside Down Cake
I used a cake mix because it’s faster. These days even though I love to I haven’t had a lot of time to bake from scratch, work has demanded a lot of my time. Boxed cake mix is the perfect solution. You can doctor them up and give them unique twists, while still keeping preparation time down. I love easy desserts, and if you’re looking for another to add to your arsenal, try my Pineapple Dream Dessert, I know you’ll love it!
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For this recipe you will need the following supplies and ingredients:
- 1 box vanilla cake mix, prepared
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 3/4 cups packed brown sugar
- 1 1/2 pints (3 cups) blueberries (fresh or Frozen)
For this cake I used:
My KitchenAid mixer
and a glass 13×9 baking pan
. I also turned my cake out onto a wood cutting board
, but a large platter
would be great if you’re entertaining and presentation is important. I think the one pictured here is gorgeous!
- Preheat oven to 350 F. Place a 13×9 baking pan onto a cookie sheet.
- Prepare the batter for the cake mix according to the box directions. Set aside.
- Cut up butter and place it in the baking pan. Place baking pan in preheated oven for 3-4 minutes, or until butter has melted. Remove from oven.
- Sprinkle melted butter with brown sugar and use a fork to evenly distribute.
- Pour blueberries on top of brown sugar and spread around in an even layer.
- Pour prepared cake batter over the blueberries.
- Bake in 350°F oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool 10 minutes in pan, then turn out on to large flat plate.
More upside down cake recipes
- Pineapple Upside Down Cake in a Cast Iron Skillet
- Pineapple Upside Down Cake in a baking pan
- Raspberry Upside Down Cake
- Banana Upside Down Muffins
- Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake from Recipe Critic
- Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake from Saveur
- Peach Upside Down Cake
- Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes
Easy Blueberry Upside Down Cake
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Print It Rate It Text ItIngredients
- 1 box vanilla cake mix prepared
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 3/4 cups packed brown sugar
- 1 1/2 pints 3 cups blueberries (fresh or Frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F. Place a 13x9 baking pan onto a cookie sheet.
- Prepare the batter for the cake mix according to the box directions. Set aside.
- Cut up butter and place it in the baking pan. Place baking pan in preheated oven for 3-4 minutes, or until butter has melted. Remove from oven.
- Sprinkle melted butter with brown sugar and use a fork to evenly distribute. Pour blueberries on top of brown sugar and spread around in an even layer.
- Pour prepared cake batter over the blueberries.
- Bake in 350°F oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool 10 minutes in pan, then turn out on to large flat plate.
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Kelly says
I absolutely adore this cake, I’ve made it twice and will be making it again tomorrow. It’s delicious and not too sweet. I don’t do online reviews much but damn, for this cake I had to. Thank you for a delicious cake recipe.
Janet says
Can I put the prepared cake mix on the bottom and the blueberry mixture on top and then just store it in the glass baking pan? My pan has a lid and is perfect for storing cake or desserts just for the family.
Jeanne Moreland says
Could I use this recipe making upside down cupcakes?
Amanda Formaro says
We have not tested this ourselves, but I’m sure you could. Just be sure to adjust the baking time.
Lynn says
This cake is way too sweet! If I make it again I would use a fraction of the brown sugar. It’s not my favorite cake o ever made.
Kelly says
3rd time making this cake, I adore this cake. It’s perfect for me ❤
Kay-G says
Can I use blackberries instead of blueberries? Or do u have a blackberry cake recipe?
Amanda Formaro says
I have not tried that but I do believe you could use blackberries. Please let me know how it goes should you decide to try it!
Cyndi Kennedy says
Would this work in an iron skillet
Amanda Formaro says
This will make 2 9-inch skillet cakes or 1 13×9 :)
Cathy Braithwaite says
This cake is GREAT & so EASY to make. My one question is how should this be stored??
Amanda Formaro says
I would keep this in the refrigerator rather than on the counter if you have it for more than the first day.
Nicole says
Curious as to why you place the baking pan on a cookie sheet in step 1… Does the cookie sheet go into the oven as well?
Amanda Formaro says
Yes, just in csae there’s any spills. Plus it’s easier to remove from the oven :)
Anna says
Can two boxes of cake mix be used so it has more cake to blueberries?
Amanda Formaro says
I would just reduce the number of blueberries instead. If you use another box mix it won’t cook properly as the pan won’t be big enough etc.
Carol Cannon says
Don’t know why I never thought of Blueberries as a base for an upside-down cake. Pure brilliance. I’ve got a large bag of blueberries in my freezer that are screaming to be used. Guess what I’m making for New Year’s ….. thanks for the recipe. {:0)
Amanda Formaro says
Thanks Carol!
nura says
Hi this is Nura Any idea what can I replace for prepared batter cake.. Or how to prepare batter cake mix.
Amanda Formaro says
I have a homemade yellow cake recipe here https://amandascookin.com/my-birthday-cake-dedicated-to-the-memory-of-my-mother/
Amy [email protected] says
Blueberries + Cake = Total Deliciousness!