Description
Pear cake is a rustic dessert that highlights the sweetness of ripe fruit. Spiced batter and soft pears make each slice moist and fragrant.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 ripe pears
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup ground almonds
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare a round cake tin by greasing and lining with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Set oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) to ensure proper baking environment.
- Peel, core, and thinly slice the pears into even pieces.
- In a separate bowl, thoroughly combine flour and baking powder, ensuring even distribution.
- Using an electric mixer, blend butter and sugar until light, airy, and creamy in texture.
- Incorporate eggs individually into the butter mixture, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Gently fold vanilla extract into the batter, creating a smooth and fragrant base.
- Gradually introduce the flour mixture, stirring carefully to maintain a consistent texture.
- Fold ground almonds and lemon zest into the batter, distributing flavors evenly.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top.
- Artfully arrange pear slices on top of the batter, creating an attractive pattern.
- Place cake in preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes until a testing skewer emerges clean.
- Allow cake to rest in the tin for 10 minutes to stabilize its structure.
- Turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Choose ripe but firm pears for the best texture and flavor in your cake.
- Slice pears uniformly to ensure even baking and a beautiful presentation.
- Toast ground almonds briefly before adding to enhance their nutty aroma and depth of flavor.
- Dust the cake with powdered sugar or serve with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 295 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg