Gingerbread Pear Cake

Gingerbread Pear Cake

Gingerbread and pears are combined in a beautiful and tasty upside down cake that is a delightful blend of fruit and spice.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
60 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • ¼ cup dark corn syrup
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 (16 ounce) can pear halves, well drained
  • ½ cup pecan halves
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) package gingerbread cake mix

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Mix the melted butter, corn syrup, and brown sugar in a 9-inch round cake pan.

Step 2
Slice pear halves in half lengthwise. Place a pecan in the center of each pear quarter. Place pears cut side down in the cake pan, arranging them like spokes radiating from the center of the pan. Sprinkle any remaining pecans around the pears.

Step 3
Prepare the cake mix according to package directions, and pour over the pears and pecans in the cake pan.

Step 4
Bake 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool slightly before turning out onto a serving dish.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

372
Calories
15g
Fat
59g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 372
% Daily Value *
Total Fat15g 19%
Saturated Fat4g 20%
Cholesterol8mg 3%
Sodium377mg 16%
Total Carbohydrate59g 21%
Dietary Fiber2g 9%
Total Sugars13g
Protein3g
Vitamin C1mg 6%
Calcium65mg 5%
Iron3mg 16%
Potassium269mg 6%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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