This is a dessert that is not only impressive, but also very easy to create. Even easier to eat. With the colder temperatures and damp dismal weather comfort food is the order of the day and you can't get much more comforting than this! This falls into the category of what is called an "Impossible Pie." Supposedly separating into three lush layers. A crust on the bottom, topped with a custard and then a cake on the top. I have always found that the bottom has never been what you could really call a crust, but having said that, it doesn't really matter because they are spectacularly delicious desserts! We especially love this version with its lush coconut and almond batter . . . rich and moreish . . . studded with chunks of pear, lightly flavoured with cinnamon . . . If you use real butter to butter the baking dish really well, you do end up with a browned almost crust on the bottom . . . The custard is rich, delicious...