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Pear and Almond Cake

Delicious Pear and Almond Cake for Cozy Dessert Moments

This Pear and Almond Cake combines sweet pears with almond flour for a delightful and moist dessert experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 2 cups Almond Flour Adds a nutty flavor and makes the cake wonderfully moist.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure to the cake, balancing the almond flour's texture.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Helps the cake rise.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cake.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Brings richness to the batter.
  • 3 Large Eggs Bind everything together.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Infuses almond aroma.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Provides a comforting undertone.
For the Pears
  • 3 cups Ripe Pears Brings natural sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Prevents browning.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Amplifies sweetness.
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Creates a caramelized crust.
  • Powdered to taste Confectioners’ Sugar A lovely finishing touch.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round pan
  • stand mixer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Pear and Almond Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9-inch round pan by lining with parchment and buttering it.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together the almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well mixed.
  3. Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time to the buttery mixture, mixing thoroughly after each, then mix in almond and vanilla extracts.
  5. Gently add the dry flour mixture to your wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just incorporated.
  6. Pour the smooth cake batter into your prepared pan, spreading it into an even layer.
  7. Toss chopped pears with lemon juice and salt in a small bowl.
  8. Distribute pear pieces evenly over the top of the cake batter and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
  9. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Remove the cake from the oven, run a knife around the edges, and let it cool in the pan for about 20 minutes.
  11. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely and dust with confectioners’ sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra caramelized crust, sprinkle some brown sugar on the pears before baking.

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