Creating your own Apple Upside Down Cake is a delightful process. Follow these simple steps for a successful bake:

1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. Prepare Apples: In a skillet, melt ½ cup of butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar and cinnamon, stirring until combined. Place the sliced apples in the skillet, cooking for about 5 minutes until slightly tender.
3. Arrange Apples: Pour the apple mixture into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
5. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
6. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined and no lumps remain.
7. Pour Batter: Carefully pour the batter over the arranged apples in the cake pan, ensuring an even layer.
8. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Cool: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes.
10. Invert Cake: To serve, carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate so the apples are on top.

With these steps, you’ll create a delicious Apple Upside Down Cake that is sure to delight everyone!