Pear Upside Down Cake
Indulge in the irresistible charm of a Pear Upside Down Cake, where buttery caramel meets the natural sweetness of ripe pears in a stunning, show-stopping dessert. Perfectly tender and moist, this homemade cake layers juicy pear slices atop a golden, fluffy batter infused with vanilla. The base, caramelized with brown sugar and butter, creates a rich, glossy topping when flipped, giving the cake its signature appearance. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, whole milk, and eggs, it offers an exquisite balance of flavors that's sure to impress at any gathering. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate comfort dessert that’s as delicious as it is beautiful.
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 3 whole ripe pears
- 150 grams unsalted butter (divided)
- 100 grams brown sugar
- 200 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 2 whole eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 120 milliliters whole milk
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easier release.
Step 2
Peel, core, and slice the pears into thin wedges. Set aside.
Step 3
In a small saucepan, melt 50 grams of unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the brown sugar and stir until it forms a smooth caramel. Pour the caramel evenly over the parchment-lined bottom of the cake pan.
Step 4
Arrange the pear slices in a decorative pattern over the caramel layer. Try to overlap the slices slightly for a beautiful presentation.
Step 5
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 6
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the remaining 100 grams of unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 7
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Step 8
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three batches, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Step 9
Pour the batter evenly over the pear slices in the cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Step 11
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Run a knife around the edges to loosen the cake, then carefully invert it onto a serving plate. Remove the parchment paper if it sticks to the caramel layer.
Step 12
Let the cake cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature on its own, or with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1374.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3316.0 |
| Total Fat 139.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 83.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 719.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2315.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 492.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 305.3g | |
| Protein 40.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 232.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 399.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1330.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories