Pear Upside-Down Cake

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Pear Upside-Down Cake
45 min.
8
316kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Pear Upside-Down Cake, a perfect dessert that combines the sweetness of ripe Bosc or Bartlett pears with a moist, fluffy cake. This vegetarian treat is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, showcasing beautifully caramelized pears that create an impressive presentation when inverted. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, this cake is ideal for both casual gatherings and special occasions.

The warm spices of cinnamon and ginger complement the natural sweetness of the pears, while the light brown sugar and molasses add depth and richness to the flavor profile. Each slice offers a harmonious balance of textures, from the tender fruit topping to the soft cake beneath. At only 316 calories per serving, you can enjoy this dessert without the guilt!

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. The combination of fresh ingredients and simple techniques makes it accessible for everyone. So gather your loved ones, and treat them to a slice of this luscious Pear Upside-Down Cake that is sure to impress and satisfy. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  •  bartlett pears 
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon 
  • large eggs at room temperature
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 tablespoon ground ginger 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar light
  • tablespoons blackstrap molasses 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup cup heavy whipping cream sour
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • tablespoons butter unsalted cooled melted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Make topping: Peel, quarter and core pears. Toss with lemon juice. In a 9-inch skillet, melt butter and sugar.
  2. Add pears; cook until tips look translucent, about 8 minutes.
  3. Let cool.
  4. Preheat oven to 350F. Wrap outside of 6- or 7-inch springform pan in foil; grease inside. Arrange pears in pan and pour skillet syrup on top.
  5. Let cool.
  6. Prepare batter: Sift together flour, ginger, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt and cloves. Set aside. In a bowl, beat sugar and egg until fluffy and thick, about 4 minutes.
  7. Mix in molasses and melted butter.
  8. Add half of dry ingredients, sour cream and then rest of dry ingredients just until smooth. Scrape batter into pan on top of cooled pears.
  9. Bake 50 to 60 minutes, until springy.
  10. Let cool for 2 minutes, then invert a platter on top of skillet and flip to unmold.

Nutrition Facts

Calories316kcal
Protein3.81%
Fat26.47%
Carbs69.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.89
Glycemic Load
23.41
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.4769565385321%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:316.04kcal
15.8%
Fat:9.45g
14.54%
Saturated Fat:5.45g
34.07%
Carbohydrates:55.99g
18.66%
Net Carbohydrates:52.69g
19.16%
Sugar:38.6g
42.88%
Cholesterol:46.3mg
15.43%
Sodium:150.46mg
6.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.06g
6.12%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.73%
Fiber:3.3g
13.21%
Selenium:8.97µg
12.82%
Folate:38.5µg
9.63%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.39%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.68%
Iron:1.45mg
8.07%
Copper:0.13mg
6.67%
Vitamin C:5.44mg
6.59%
Potassium:226.44mg
6.47%
Vitamin A:322.8IU
6.46%
Magnesium:24.8mg
6.2%
Calcium:61.55mg
6.15%
Vitamin B3:1.18mg
5.9%
Phosphorus:55.08mg
5.51%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.34%
Vitamin K:4.21µg
4.01%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
3.01%
Vitamin E:0.42mg
2.8%
Zinc:0.33mg
2.19%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.71%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.43%
Source:My Recipes