Country Pear Puff Pancake |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This sweet, gooey pancake is dressed up with cara melized pears and baked until golden. Cut into serving-size wedges, it's a special change of pace. Ingredients:
5 tablespoons butter, divided |
3 medium pears, peeled and sliced |
1/2 cup packed brown sugar, divided |
1 tablespoon lemon juice |
1/2 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1/2 cup milk |
3 eggs, beaten |
2 tablespoons maple syrup |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
Directions:
1. In a 10-in. ovenproof skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons butter. Add pears; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup brown sugar and lemon juice.
2. In a bowl, whisk the flour, milk, eggs, syrup, vanilla and salt until smooth; pour over pears. Bake at 450° for 10-12 minutes or until puffy.
3. Meanwhile, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt remaining butter. Stir in the cinnamon, nutmeg and remaining brown sugar. Spread over pancake. Bake 8-10 minutes longer or until golden brown. Cut into wedges and serve immediately. Yield: 4 servings.
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