Upside-Down Cherry-Pear Cake

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Upside-Down Cherry-Pear Cake
90 min.
9
422kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Upside-Down Cherry-Pear Cake, a dessert that beautifully combines the sweetness of cherries and pears with a nutty almond twist. This gluten-free and dairy-free treat is perfect for those with dietary restrictions, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a slice of this scrumptious cake. With a preparation time of just 90 minutes, you can easily whip up this show-stopping dessert for family gatherings, dinner parties, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth.

The cake starts with a luscious layer of cherry pie filling, topped with tender pear halves that caramelize beautifully during baking. The almond-infused batter adds a rich texture and flavor, making each bite a heavenly experience. As the cake bakes, your kitchen will be filled with an irresistible aroma that will have everyone eagerly anticipating dessert.

Once baked, the cake is flipped upside down, allowing the juicy fruit to cascade over the top, creating a stunning presentation that is sure to impress your guests. Serve it warm alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly decadent treat that balances the sweetness of the fruit with the creaminess of the ice cream. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this Upside-Down Cherry-Pear Cake is a delightful way to end any meal.

Ingredients

  • 21 oz cherry pie filling canned
  • 15 oz pears drained canned
  • 0.8 cup slivered almonds 
  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • cup sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  •  eggs 
  • cups whipped cream 
  • cup frangelico 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • oven
  • knife
  • blender
  • baking pan
  • toothpicks
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish.
  2. Spread cherry pie filling in baking dish. Arrange pear halves, cut side up, over pie filling.
  3. Bake about 20 minutes or until filling is hot.
  4. Meanwhile, in food processor or blender, cover and process almonds until finely ground. In medium bowl, mix butter, sugar, Bisquick mix, almonds, cinnamon and eggs with spoon.
  5. Spoon batter over hot pie filling and pears.
  6. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until cherries are bubbly and toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean.
  7. Let stand 10 minutes.
  8. Run sharp knife around edges of baking dish to loosen.
  9. Place heatproof serving plate upside down onto baking dish; turn plate and dish over.
  10. Let dish remain over cake a few minutes so topping can drizzle over cake.
  11. Serve warm with ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories422kcal
Protein5.25%
Fat35.69%
Carbs59.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.32
Glycemic Load
25.89
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.249565228172%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.19mg
Catechin
0.24mg
Epigallocatechin
0.51mg
Epicatechin
1.83mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.38mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:421.57kcal
21.08%
Fat:17.13g
26.36%
Saturated Fat:5.71g
35.67%
Carbohydrates:63.8g
21.27%
Net Carbohydrates:60.37g
21.95%
Sugar:39.65g
44.06%
Cholesterol:62.19mg
20.73%
Sodium:132.98mg
5.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.67g
11.33%
Vitamin E:2.84mg
18.91%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.68%
Phosphorus:141.33mg
14.13%
Fiber:3.43g
13.71%
Vitamin A:673.01IU
13.46%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.31%
Calcium:118.98mg
11.9%
Magnesium:41.85mg
10.46%
Copper:0.21mg
10.33%
Potassium:323.81mg
9.25%
Selenium:4.87µg
6.96%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
6.03%
Zinc:0.9mg
5.97%
Vitamin C:4.78mg
5.79%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.37%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.8%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.62%
Iron:0.82mg
4.54%
Folate:17.51µg
4.38%
Vitamin B3:0.57mg
2.86%
Vitamin K:2.3µg
2.19%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.09%