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Pear and Almond Cake

Delicious Pear and Almond Cake for a Cozy Dessert Night

This Pear and Almond Cake combines juicy pears and nutty almond flavors for a delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: European
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup almond flour Can be substituted with all-purpose flour for a different flavor profile.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Ensure to sift for the best results.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Ensure it is softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness when creamed with butter.
  • 2 eggs Room temperature yields the best results.
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Can be replaced with vanilla extract.
For the Topping
  • 2 ripe pears Choose firm ones; toss in lemon juice to prevent browning.
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar Adds a decorative finish.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • stand mixer
  • spatula
  • sifter
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing it with unsalted butter and lining with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl and set aside.
  3. Beat softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add room temperature eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then pour in almond extract.
  5. Gradually mix the sifted dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no flour streaks remain.
  6. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and tap to level the batter.
  7. Chop pears into small pieces, toss with lemon juice, and distribute evenly over the batter.
  8. Bake the cake for 40 to 45 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 20 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Dust the top with confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened, and choose firm, ripe pears for best results. Sifting dry ingredients is key for a lighter cake texture.

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