UPSIDE-DOWN PEAR SPICE CAKE
Our recipe specialists infuse spice cake with cocoa for a deliciously different flavor. The nutty, caramel-pear topping is the crowning touch.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the walnuts, brown sugar, maple syrup and cinnamon until blended. Pour into a greased 9-in. round baking pan. Arrange pear slices in a single layer over walnut mixture., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks; beat well. Stir in vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition., In a small bowl with clean beaters, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually fold into batter. Spoon over pears. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 620 calories, Fat 30g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 140mg cholesterol, Sodium 594mg sodium, Carbohydrate 83g carbohydrate (55g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
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[email protected]This cake is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.
Namusoke Sophia
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pears, but I loved this cake. The pears were perfectly caramelized and the cake was so moist.
Unays Siraj
[email protected]This cake is perfect for a fall gathering. The pears and spices give it a warm and cozy flavor.
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[email protected]I added a cup of chopped walnuts to the batter and it gave the cake a wonderful flavor and texture.
Md Nayeem Hasan
[email protected]I made this cake in a bundt pan and it turned out beautifully.
Bd Com
[email protected]I didn't have any pears on hand, so I used apples instead. The cake turned out great!
M khair M khair
[email protected]The cake was too sweet for my taste.
Abbass Sahi
[email protected]I found the recipe to be a bit confusing. The cake didn't turn out as well as I hoped.
Rakan AL Kaabi
[email protected]The cake was a little dry for my taste, but the pears were delicious.
Bill Poston
[email protected]This cake is a real crowd-pleaser. I've made it for several parties and it's always a hit.
Puja Samant
[email protected]I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great.
DH ANTOR KHAN
[email protected]This is the best upside-down cake I've ever had. The pears were perfectly caramelized and the cake was so moist.
Kashif Baba
[email protected]I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Elvin Ramirez
[email protected]This cake is so delicious! The pears add a wonderful flavor and texture.
Emelylol
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. The pears were beautifully caramelized and the cake was moist and flavorful.
Ketra Asiimwe
[email protected]The cake was easy to make and the instructions were clear. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Shekib Waliyar
[email protected]I've made this cake several times and it always turns out great. It's a perfect dessert for a special occasion.
Ellen Rice
[email protected]This upside-down pear spice cake was a hit with my family! The pears were perfectly caramelized and the cake was moist and flavorful.