Classic Pear Upside-Down Cake

Classic Pear Upside-Down Cake
95 min.
12
364kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Classic Pear Upside-Down Cake, a dessert that beautifully marries the sweetness of ripe pears with a moist, buttery cake. This charming treat is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth. The combination of powdered sugar and brown sugar creates a rich caramel-like base that perfectly complements the tender, juicy pears.

As you prepare this cake, the warm aroma of butter and vanilla will fill your kitchen, inviting everyone to gather around. The process of inverting the cake reveals a stunning presentation, with the pear slices glistening atop the golden cake, making it a showstopper on any dessert table. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and don’t forget a dollop of whipped cream for that extra touch of indulgence.

With a total preparation and baking time of just 95 minutes, this recipe yields 12 generous servings, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or celebrations. Each slice is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your friends and family with this classic dessert that’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • cups powdered sugar 
  • 0.8 cup butter softened
  •  eggs 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup cornmeal 
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.8 cup brown sugar packed
  •  pears firm ripe peeled thinly sliced
  • serving whipped cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • toothpicks
  • cake form

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, combine powdered sugar and 3/4 cup butter; beat at low speed until crumbly.
  2. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well at medium speed after each addition.
  3. Add vanilla; beat well.
  4. Add flour, cornmeal and baking powder; mix well.
  5. Place 1/4 cup butter in 9-inch round cake pan.
  6. Heat in oven for about 4 minutes or until butter is melted.
  7. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over butter. Arrange pear slices over mixture in pan, slightly overlapping. Spoon and carefully spread cake batter over pears.
  8. Bake at 350°F. for 55 to 65 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on wire rack for 5 minutes. Invert onto serving plate.
  9. Serve warm or cool with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories364kcal
Protein3.68%
Fat41.31%
Carbs55.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.6
Glycemic Load
10.08
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.8839130401611%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.61mg
Catechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
1.12mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:364.1kcal
18.21%
Fat:17.03g
26.2%
Saturated Fat:10.23g
63.93%
Carbohydrates:51.02g
17.01%
Net Carbohydrates:49.2g
17.89%
Sugar:36.06g
40.06%
Cholesterol:81.97mg
27.32%
Sodium:177.68mg
7.73%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.13%
100%
Protein:3.41g
6.83%
Selenium:7.82µg
11.17%
Vitamin A:542.97IU
10.86%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.44%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.38%
Folate:29.28µg
7.32%
Fiber:1.82g
7.3%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.06%
Phosphorus:64.35mg
6.44%
Iron:1.08mg
5.99%
Calcium:47.07mg
4.71%
Vitamin B3:0.86mg
4.3%
Vitamin E:0.62mg
4.16%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.87%
Magnesium:14.58mg
3.64%
Copper:0.07mg
3.57%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.17%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.09%
Potassium:106.59mg
3.05%
Vitamin K:2.72µg
2.59%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.19%
Vitamin C:1.28mg
1.55%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.48%