Indulge your taste buds with the delectable Pear Gingerbread Cobbler, a harmonious blend of sweet and spicy flavors. This classic dessert features tender pears nestled in a moist and flavorful gingerbread cake batter, topped with a golden-brown crust that shatters with every bite. The aromatic spices of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg dance on your palate, perfectly complementing the natural sweetness of the pears. This recipe also includes two additional variations to tantalize your taste buds: a Salted Caramel Pear Gingerbread Cobbler that adds a layer of rich and decadent caramel, and a Gluten-Free Pear Gingerbread Cobbler that caters to those with dietary restrictions. Each variation offers a unique twist on this comforting dish, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the delightful flavors of this dessert.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PEAR COBBLER
A rustic batter is dropped onto fresh pears before being baked for a healthier dessert. Using less sugar than most recipes I've seen, the crisp flavor of the pears is highlighted. My family and I enjoy this at breakfast. I leave 1 or 2 of the pears unpeeled to add a bit of color.
Provided by Buckwheat Queen
Categories Desserts Cobbler Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Butter a round 9x2-inch, 6-cup baking dish.
- Fill a large bowl halfway with water and add lemon juice. Peel all but 1 of the pears. Core and cut all the pears into eighths. Add pear slices to lemon water to keep them from browning.
- Combine egg and milk in a bowl and whisk until combined. Set aside.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, 2 tablespoons cane sugar, and brown sugar together in a separate bowl. Use a fork to cut cold butter into flour mixture until it resemble pebbles.
- Drain pears and put into a bowl. Sprinkle with corn starch and 1/4 cup cane sugar; toss to coat.
- Pour milk-egg mixture into the flour mixture. Mix batter until just combined. Add pears to the prepared baking dish. Drop batter by spoonful onto the pears.
- Bake in the preheated oven until browned on top, about 25 minutes. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.1 calories, Carbohydrate 65.8 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 180 mg, Sugar 30.4 g
GINGER-LIME PEAR COBBLER
We have a huge pear tree in our yard, which is why I came up with this recipe. The tart lime, sweet pears and tangy ginger are a winning combination. -Heather Naas, Lompoc, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine sugar and ground ginger. Stir in the pears, crystallized ginger and lime juice; set aside., Pour butter into an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, lime zest, salt and ginger. Stir in milk. Pour over butter (do not stir). Spoon pear mixture over the top. , Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 184mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
UPSIDE-DOWN PEAR GINGERBREAD CAKE
The aroma of baking gingerbread stirs up such warm memories. This cake looks festive and is even on the lighter side. -Nancy Beckman, Helena, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; stir in brown sugar. Spread over bottom of a greased 9-in. round baking pan. Arrange pears over top., For cake, mix milk and vinegar; let stand 5 minutes. In a large bowl, beat egg, brown sugar, molasses, melted butter and milk mixture until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, baking soda, ginger, salt and cloves; gradually beat into molasses mixture. Spoon carefully over pears., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm or at room temperature with whipped cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 348mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
GINGER PEAR BREAD
This is based on my mother's zucchini bread recipe. It is a very moist bread.
Provided by Elaine
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Breakfast Bread Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Toss chopped pears with sugar, ginger, and cloves in a large bowl. Set aside and let the sugar dissolve in the pear juices.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease an 8x4-inch loaf pan.
- Stir vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs into the pears. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Add the flour mixture to the pear mixture and stir gently just to combine. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.5 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 40.9 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 330.1 mg, Sugar 14.7 g
Tips:
- Use ripe pears: Choose pears that are ripe but still firm. This will ensure that they hold their shape during baking and provide the best flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough cobbler. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Use a deep baking dish: A deep baking dish will prevent the cobbler from bubbling over. Make sure the dish is at least 2 inches deep.
- Bake the cobbler until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling: This will ensure that the cobbler is cooked through.
- Serve the cobbler warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream: This will make the cobbler even more delicious.
Conclusion:
Pear gingerbread cobbler is a classic fall dessert that is easy to make and always a hit. The combination of sweet pears, spicy gingerbread, and a buttery crust is irresistible. This cobbler is perfect for a weeknight dessert or a special occasion. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special treat.
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