Pear Maple Johnnycake
Pear Maple Johnnycake is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 400°F with rack in middle.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 400°F with rack in middle.
Melt butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet.
Brush a 9-inch cake pan (2 inches deep) with 1 tablespoon melted butter and reserve 6 tablespoons in a small bowl.
Sprinkle sugar evenly over butter remaining in skillet.
Arrange pears, cut sides up, in skillet and sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg.
Cook over medium heat 5 minutes, then turn pears over and sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg.
Cook until liquid pears give off has evaporated and cut sides are lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes more.
Transfer pears, cut sides down, to cake pan.
Whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg in a bowl.
Whisk in milk, syrup, eggs, and reserved butter just until smooth.
Pour over pears and bake until golden and a wooden pick inserted in center of cake comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.
Cool in pan on a rack 15 minutes, then run a knife around edge of cake to loosen and invert onto a platter.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.