PEAR CORNMEAL CAKE W/ROSEMARY SYRUP

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I found this in Real Simple. I love pears and any EASY fast recipe.

Provided by Marie Everson

Categories     Sweet Breads

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 Tbsp (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted plus more for pan
1 1/4 c flour, spooned and leveled
1/2 c yellow cornmeal
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp fine salt
1 1/4 c sugar
1/2 c buttermilk
2 eggs whisked
2 ripe pears, cut into 8 wedges each
6 large sprigs rosemary

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350. Butter a 9 in. springform pan
  • 2. Whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, salt and 1 cup of the sugar in a large bowl. Whisk together the buttermilk, eggs and melted butter in a medium bowl. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk to combine. Fold in the pears.
  • 3. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan. ?Bake until a toothpick inserted in the ceanter comes out clean, 45-55 minutes. Cool in the pan for 15 min.; transfer to a wire rack.
  • 4. Meanwhile, heat the rosemary, the remaining 1/3 c. sugar, and 1/4 c. water in a sm. pot over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until the sugar is melted. Remove from heat, cover, and let sit, stirring occasionally for 30 min. and up to 4 hrs. Discard the rosemary sprigs.
  • 5. While the cake is still warm, brush the top and side with the rosemary syrup.
  • 6. Serve warm or at room temperature with whipped cream, if desired.
  • 7. TIP: Springform pans are slightly deeper than cake pans, giving this cake a heft that's worthy of a holiday meal. If you don't have a springform pan, butter and flour a 9 inch round cake pan and bake on a baking sheet (to catch any overflow).

Ashley Garande
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my cake turned out dry and crumbly. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.


Lalisa
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the rosemary syrup was delicious. I think I'll try making it again with less sugar.


Fazoo Hunter
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I'm not usually a fan of cornmeal cake, but this recipe changed my mind. The pears and rosemary give it a really unique and delicious flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Random Poland Guy
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the combination of pears and rosemary. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Pelumi Ojo
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The pear cornmeal cake was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture. The rosemary syrup was a great addition, and it really brought out the flavor of the pears.


Christopher Bland
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Just made this cake and it turned out beautifully! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the rosemary syrup was a delicious complement. I'm definitely adding this recipe to my favorites.


Kendra Jett
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This pear cornmeal cake with rosemary syrup is an absolute delight! The cake is moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. The rosemary syrup is the perfect finishing touch, adding a unique and sophisticated flavor. I highly r