Caramelized Banana Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Lightly coat a 9 by 13-inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
3. 3
   Place the butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl and stir until smooth.
4. 4
   Add the eggs and stir for 2 minutes.
5. 5
   Add the vanilla and milk and stir until combined.
6. 6
   Add the salt, baking powder, and flour and stir until completely smooth.
7. 7
   Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly in the bottom of the pan.
8. 8
   Cut the bananas into 1/4-inch-thick slices and arrange them over the brown sugar.
9. 9
   Pour the batter over the bananas and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the center of the cake springs back when lightly pressed.
10. 10
    Immediately place a cutting board or baking sheet over the cake and invert.
11. 11
    Cool completely, cut into squares, and serve on small plates.