Caramelized Pear Upside-Down Cake

Caramelized Pear Upside-Down Cake

Ingredients

For the Caramelized Pear Layer:

• • Sugar: 140 g (2/3 cup)
  • Water: 5-6 tablespoons
  • Pears: 3-4 medium, peeled, cored, and sliced

For the Cake Batter:

• • Butter: 200 g (7 oz), softened
  • Powdered sugar: 160 g (1 1/3 cups)

• • Eggs: 4 large
  • All-purpose flour: 200 g (1 2/3 cups)
  • Baking powder: 1 teaspoon

Baking Information:

• • Baking pan: 26 cm (10 inches) in diameter
  • Baking temperature: 160°C (320°F) in a fan oven

• Baking time: 30 minutes

Instructions (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Prepare the Caramelized Pears

1. 1. Caramelize the sugar: In a medium saucepan, combine 140 g (2/3 cup) of sugar and 5-6 tablespoons of water. Stir gently over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and starts to caramelize. Continue cooking without stirring, swirling the pan occasionally, until the sugar turns a deep amber color. This will take about 5-7 minutes.
   2. Pour the caramel into the pan: Carefully pour the caramel into the bottom of a greased 26 cm (10-inch) cake pan, spreading it evenly.

1. Arrange the pears: Peel, core, and slice 3-4 medium pears. Arrange the pear slices in a circular pattern over the caramel in the cake pan, ensuring they are evenly distributed. Set aside while you prepare the cake batter.