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Spiced Pear Upside-Down Cake

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Spiced Pear Upside-Down Cake is a cozy dessert that combines the warmth of aromatic spices with sweet, caramelized pears atop a moist cake. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself after a long day, this visually stunning treat will have everyone asking for seconds. Easy to make and endlessly adaptable, it transforms simple ingredients into a memorable delight.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe pears, sliced
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar until bubbly. Pour into the pan to form the caramel base.
  3. Arrange sliced pears over the caramel in a circular pattern.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix well.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet ingredients until smooth. Pour batter over pears.
  6. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes before flipping onto a serving plate.

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Keywords: Substitute pears with apples or peaches for variation. Enhance flavor with nutmeg or additional vanilla extract. Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream for indulgence.

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