Maple Pear Upside Down Cake Recipe

Are you looking for a moist and delicious cake recipe that’s perfect for special occasions? Look no further than this classic Maple Pear Upside Down Cake. This easy-to-follow cake recipe is sure to be a hit with your friends and family. With a sweet maple syrup glaze and tender pears, this upside-down cake is a delicious and impressive treat that’s sure to be a hit.

This Maple Pear Upside Down Cake is a cinch to make and takes just a few minutes to prepare. It’s made with simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry, like butter, sugar, flour, baking powder, milk, eggs, and maple syrup. The cake is finished with a sweet and sticky glaze that’s made with more maple syrup, butter and brown sugar.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
• 1/4 cup light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 large pears, peeled and sliced
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk

For the Glaze:

• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.

2. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup. Pour into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

3. Arrange the pear slices in a single layer on top of the butter mixture. Set aside.

4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

5. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat together the sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Slowly add in the dry ingredients and beat until just combined. Add in the milk and mix until just combined.

6. Pour the batter over the pears in the prepared pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, mix together the maple syrup, melted butter, and brown sugar. Set aside.

8. When the cake is finished baking, remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Carefully invert the cake onto a large plate or platter. Drizzle the glaze over the top of the cake.

Enjoy!