UPSIDE-DOWN PEAR GINGERBREAD

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The glistening cake gets its rich taste from applesauce and spices instead of butter - Vegetarian Times.

Provided by Skippy BW

Categories     Breads

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup whole wheat pastry flour
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup molasses
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup canola oil
1/3 cup low-fat plain yogurt
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
3 pears, peeled cored and thinly sliced lengthwise

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Brush 10-inch cast iron skillet or 8x8-inch glass baking dish with butter.
  • To make gingerbread: Whisk flours, ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt in medium bowl. Beat egg, sugar and molasses with mixer for 3 minutes. add applesauce and oil, and beat until blended. Fold in flour mixture and yogurt.
  • To make pear topping: Press brown sugar over bottom of prepared skillet. Sprinkle with nuts. Arrange pear slices in circles over nuts. Pour batter over pears.
  • Bake 35 - 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Loosen edges with knife. Invert cake onto platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 18.4, Sodium 121.7, Carbohydrate 39.5, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 22.1, Protein 3.3

SN Noyon
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I've been looking for a good upside-down pear gingerbread recipe and this one is perfect! It's easy to follow and the results are amazing.


Sangita Thapa
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This upside-down pear gingerbread is a beautiful and delicious dessert. It's perfect for any special occasion.


SHRAWAN THAPA KAJI
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I'm not a big fan of gingerbread, but I loved this recipe. The pears really add a nice sweetness and the gingerbread is moist and flavorful.


Kinda Thang
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This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Joseph Tumisho
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I love the combination of pears and gingerbread in this recipe. It's a unique and delicious dessert.


Khan Drishak
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This is a great recipe. I've made it several times and it always turns out great.


Fazle Rabbi
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I made this recipe for my friends and they all loved it! It was a big hit.


Rmdriponmia Vaiya94
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This upside-down pear gingerbread is a great way to use up ripe pears. It's also a delicious and festive dessert for any occasion.


Tyson Rickens
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I love this recipe! It's so simple, yet so delicious. The pears and the gingerbread complement each other perfectly.


omeje Jennifer
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This upside-down pear gingerbread is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The pears add a delicious sweetness and the gingerbread is perfectly moist.


Bipana Dahal
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


allamin allamin
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


ADEOYE AKANJI
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This upside-down pear gingerbread was a hit with my family! The pears were soft and juicy, and the gingerbread was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.