Description
Chai Spiced Pear Upside-Down Cake is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of autumn with its warm spices and caramelized pears. This cake is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, boasting a moist and fluffy texture with every bite. Perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings at home, each slice delivers a flavor explosion that will transport you to a moment of pure bliss. Impress your guests and indulge your taste buds with this irresistible treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe pears, thinly sliced
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for topping)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for batter)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons chai spice blend
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt 4 tablespoons butter with brown sugar until bubbly. Pour into prepared pan.
- Arrange sliced pears over the brown sugar mixture.
- In a mixing bowl, cream remaining butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
- Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, chai spices, and milk until just combined.
- Pour batter over pears and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg