Ginger-Pear Skillet Cake

Course Desserts Prep Time 15m Total Time 1h 15m

Ingredients in this Recipe

1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 large egg, at room temperature
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup gently packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup hot, freshly brewed strong coffee (regular or decaffeinated) or boiling water
1/2 cup plain whole milk yogurt or sour cream
1/2 cup unsulfured dark molasses
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
2 1/3 cups unbleached all purpose flour
3/4 cup canola, grapeseed, or other neutral vegetable oil
4 firm ripe pears (about 2 pounds), peeled and cored
Whipped Cream, for serving (optional)

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