French Pear Batter Pudding Recipe

Name: French Pear Batter Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3-4 large ripe pears (about 675g/1 1/2lb); Butter and sugar for the baking dish; Juice of 1 lemon; 55g/2oz/1/4 cup sugar; 4 eggs; 30g/1oz/1/4 cup flour; Pinch of salt; 250ml/8fl oz/1 cup milk; 3 tablespoons pear or other fruit alcohol, or Rum; Confectioners' sugar for sprinkling

Servings: persons

1
5 liter/1 1/4 quart/1 1/2 quart baking dish
2
Heat the oven to 190 degrees C/375 degrees F/Gas Butter the baking dish, sprinkle it with sugar, and turn the dish so it is evenly coated, discarding excess sugar.
3
Peel, core and slice the pears in crescents.
4
Sprinkle the slices with the lemon juice so they don't discolor and spread them in the baking dish.
5
Make the batter: Put the sugar in a bowl, add the eggs and whisk for 1-2 minutes until light and frothy.
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Stir in the flour and salt just until smooth.
7
Don't beat the batter at this stage as this will make the pudding tough.
8
Stir in the milk, and strain the batter over the pears to remove any lumps of flour.
9
Bake the pudding for 55-65 minutes until it is puffed and brown.
10
It should be firm in the center and will have started to pull away from the sides of the dish.
11
Let it cool for 5-10 minutes, then sprinkle with the alcohol.
12
(The aroma from the hot alcohol is a treat in itself.)
13
Dust it generously with confectioners' sugar and serve warm.

12007

kcal

Calories

205

Fat

2259

Carbs

276

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3-4 large ripe pears (about 675g/1 1/2lb), Butter and sugar for the baking dish, Juice of 1 lemon, 55g/2oz/1/4 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, French Pear Batter Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

French Pear Batter Pudding

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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