Indulge in the seasonal flavors of autumn with our Vegan Pear Upside-Down Cake. This cake is not only moist and sticky but also perfectly sweet, melting in your mouth with every bite. The brown sugar topping caramelizes the pears, infusing the sponge with a deliciously rich flavor and texture. The recipe is super easy to make, requiring just one bowl and simple steps for a delightful result. Whether you're a seasoned baker or trying your hand at vegan baking for the first time, this pear upside-down cake is sure to be a hit, offering a perfect blend of sweetness and autumnal spices.
Ingredients:
- Topping:
- Dairy-Free Butter (melted): 50g
- Light Soft Brown Sugar: 50g
- Pears (sliced): 2
- Sponge:
- Self-Rising Flour: 360g
- Baking Powder: 1 tsp
- Bicarbonate of Soda: 1/4 tsp
- Light Brown Sugar: 150g
- Dairy-Free Milk + Vinegar: 300ml + 1 tsp
- Dairy-Free Yoghurt: 100g
- Light Olive Oil: 80g
- Pear (grated): 1
- Sweet Cinnamon: 1 tsp
- Ground Ginger: 1 tsp
- Ground Allspice: ½ tsp
Instructions:
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 170°C Fan. Line a springform cake tin (approx 24cm) with parchment paper.
- Topping: Pour melted dairy-free butter into the tin. Add brown sugar and arrange sliced pears on top.
- Batter: Mix dairy-free milk with vinegar. Combine with other wet ingredients. Sift in dry ingredients and mix gently.
- Baking: Pour batter over the pears. Bake for 40-50 minutes until well-risen and cooked through.
- Serving: Flip the cake onto a serving plate and cool before slicing.
Enjoy this Vegan Pear Upside-Down Cake, a simple yet scrumptious dessert that beautifully showcases the natural sweetness of pears, perfect for any autumn gathering or as a special treat for yourself.