PEAR UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE
Provided by R. W. Apple Jr.
Categories dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Butter a 9-inch cake pan with 1 tablespoon butter; set aside. Toss pears with lemon juice; set aside.
- In a large saute pan over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. Add pears, cut side down, in a single layer. Cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn and brown the other side. Transfer to a plate.
- To the same saute pan, add the Poire William, and sprinkle with the rest of the granulated sugar. Cook until reduced to a syrup, about 1 minute. Pour into cake pan, coating the bottom. Place pears in pan, cut side down, arranging in a single layer (there may be a few leftover slices).
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and salt. Set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the remaining 8 tablespoons butter until fluffy. Add brown sugar, and beat on medium-high speed for 3 minutes. Add eggs, and continue beating to combine. Add molasses and fresh ginger. Gradually add flour mixture. In a small bowl, combine the baking soda and boiling water, beating with a fork. Add to the batter, and mix well.
- Pour batter into cake pan over the pears. Bake for 25 minutes. Lower heat to 325 degrees, and bake an additional 15 minutes, until cake springs back when touched in the center. Remove from oven. Cool for 1 hour, then invert onto serving plate. Serve with rum-raisin ice cream or rum-spiked whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 361, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 217 milligrams, Sugar 34 grams, TransFat 1 gram
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[email protected]I found that greasing the pan really well helped to prevent the cake from sticking. I also used a parchment paper sling to make it easier to remove the cake from the pan.
Afaq Zair
[email protected]Can I use a different type of fruit instead of pears? I'm not a big fan of pears.
M Wilkinson
[email protected]This cake is very affordable to make. I was able to find all of the ingredients at my local grocery store for a reasonable price.
Ifeoluwa Savage
[email protected]This cake is perfect for parties and potlucks. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it travels well.
Sheila Morgan
[email protected]I added a bit of nutmeg and ginger to the batter, and it really took this cake to the next level! The spices added a warm and cozy flavor that was perfect for fall.
Tomas Jimenez
[email protected]This cake is not only delicious, but it's also beautiful! The pears arranged on top make it look like a work of art.
moiz kham
[email protected]This cake is perfect for busy people! I was able to make it in under an hour, and it didn't require any special ingredients or equipment.
Sanam Sha
[email protected]I made a few modifications to make this cake healthier. I used whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, and I reduced the amount of sugar. The cake still turned out delicious, and I felt good about eating it.
Joseph Pamelia
[email protected]This was my first time making an upside-down cake, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the cake came out looking just like the picture. I'll definitely be making this again.
Idi Kizito
[email protected]Oh my goodness, this cake is heavenly! The pears are so juicy and flavorful, and the cake is so moist and fluffy. I can't stop eating it!
Jaylynn Trejo
[email protected]I made this cake for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of pears and caramel. The cake was also very easy to make, which is always a bonus.
Indra Lungeli
[email protected]This pear upside-down cake was a delightful treat! The pears were caramelized to perfection, and the cake itself was moist and flavorful. I especially appreciated the hint of cinnamon in the batter.