Upside Down Caramel Pear Pie

Delight your senses with an Upside Down Caramel Pear Pie, a show-stopping dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. This recipe features ripe, firm pears bathed in a rich, buttery caramel sauce made with brown sugar, cinnamon, and a touch of nutmeg for a warm, spiced kick. Topped with a flaky, golden puff pastry crust, the pie is baked to perfection and then carefully inverted to reveal a stunning caramelized pear topping. Ready in just under an hour, this dessert is ideal for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or simply elevating your weeknight treats. Serve it warm with a drizzle of heavy cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent finish. With its combination of rustic elegance and irresistible flavor, this pear pie is a must-try for lovers of caramel, fruit desserts, and creative takes on classic pies.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 5 medium ripe but firm pears
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 quarters cup light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 sheet puff pastry sheet (thawed)
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup heavy cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a 9-inch ovenproof skillet or pie dish on standby.

Step 2

Peel and core the pears, then slice them lengthwise into halves or quarters, depending on size. Set aside.

Step 3

In the skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves and forms a smooth caramel sauce, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Carefully arrange the pear slices over the caramel in a circular pattern, overlapping slightly. Cook for 5 minutes, basting the pears with the caramel sauce, then remove from heat.

Step 5

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to ensure it fits over your skillet or pie dish with a slight overhang.

Step 6

Place the puff pastry over the pears, tucking the edges around the fruit into the skillet. Cut a few small slits in the pastry to let steam escape during baking.

Step 7

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the oven and allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes. Carefully invert the pie onto a serving plate (place the plate over the skillet and flip it quickly but carefully).

Step 9

Let the pie cool for another 10 minutes before serving. Optionally, drizzle with heavy cream or serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1842.3 grams (1842.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4748

Total Fat 147.20g	189%
Saturated Fat 76.70g	384%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 2013mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 900.70g	328%
Dietary Fiber 37.70g	135%
Total Sugars 695.20g
Protein 24.00g	48%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 512mg	39%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 2033mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.4%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 71.7%