Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of gingerbread and ripe pears with this easy-to-make dessert that’s perfect for gatherings or a warm night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe pears (preferably Bartlett or Bosc)
- 1 box (15 oz) gingerbread mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Wash, peel if desired, and slice the pears into thin wedges. Place them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, and eggs until smooth and well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the gingerbread mix with any additional spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until combined.
- Pour the batter over the sliced pears evenly, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes or until golden brown on top and set in the middle. Allow to cool slightly before serving; top with vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans. Feel free to substitute pears with apples or peaches based on your preference. To enhance flavors further, experiment with spices like nutmeg or cloves in your batter.