Strawberry Rhubarb Upside Down Cake (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Fruit Layer

01 - 225 g rhubarb, chopped
02 - 225 g strawberries, sliced
03 - 110 g brown sugar
04 - 60 ml unsalted butter, melted

→ Cake Batter

05 - 190 g all-purpose flour
06 - 6 g baking powder
07 - 1 g salt
08 - 115 g unsalted butter, softened
09 - 150 g granulated sugar
10 - 2 large eggs
11 - 5 ml vanilla extract
12 - 120 ml milk

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a 23 cm round cake pan and line the base with parchment paper.
02 - Combine melted butter and brown sugar in a small bowl, then spread evenly over the base of the prepared pan. Arrange rhubarb and strawberries on top in an even layer.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
04 - In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
05 - Beat in eggs individually, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
06 - Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk to the batter, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix gently until just combined.
07 - Carefully spread the batter over the fruit layer in the cake pan. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center emerges clean.
08 - Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes. Invert onto a serving plate, remove parchment paper, and allow to cool slightly before slicing.

# Notes:

01 - If using frozen rhubarb, ensure it is thawed and well-drained to prevent excess moisture.
02 - Serve warm, paired with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a complementary finish.
03 - Rest the cake a few minutes after unmolding for the topping to set properly.
04 - A hint of lemon zest in the batter adds brightness to the overall flavor.