Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla and mix to combine.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to butter mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition.

Step 4

Spread batter into prepared baking dish. Cut pear halves into slices and arrange in a row on top of batter.

Step 5

Stir together sour cream, brown sugar, and vanilla extract for topping and spread over pears.

Step 6

Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes. Enjoy!