Pear Gingerbread Pudding

Indulge in the comforting warmth of Pear Gingerbread Pudding, a rich and fragrant dessert that brings together the spiced allure of gingerbread with the natural sweetness of ripe pears. This recipe combines molasses, dark brown sugar, and a trio of aromatic spices—ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg—for a soft, cake-like pudding that forms a caramelized layer over tender pear slices. Perfect for fall and winter gatherings, it’s baked to perfection in under an hour and pairs beautifully with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an irresistible finish. With easy-to-follow steps and a cozy blend of seasonal flavors, this dessert is sure to become a favorite on your holiday table.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 ripe pears
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups dark brown sugar
• 0.5 cups molasses
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0 (optional, for serving) whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Peel, core, and slice the pears into thin wedges. Arrange them evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, dark brown sugar, and molasses. Beat until smooth.

Step 6

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition.

Step 7

Gradually mix in the milk and vanilla extract until the wet ingredients are fully combined.

Step 8

Slowly incorporate the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until a thick batter forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 9

Pour the batter over the sliced pears in the baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the pudding comes out clean.

Step 11

Allow the pudding to cool slightly for 10 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1483.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2879.2

Total Fat 74.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 535.3mg	0%
Sodium 2215.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 531.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.8g	0%
Total Sugars 356.9g
Protein 41.4g	0%

Vitamin D 187.4IU	0%
Calcium 957.5mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 3940.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.5%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 71.9%