Fresh Pear Cake
Delightfully moist and bursting with natural sweetness, this Fresh Pear Cake is the perfect way to celebrate the subtle elegance of ripe, juicy pears. Crafted with diced fresh pears and a hint of cinnamon for warmth, this cake strikes the ideal balance between comforting and refined. The soft, tender crumb is created by a simple yet effective alternating method of mixing flour and milk, ensuring every bite has a delicate texture. A dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of charm, though the cake shines beautifully on its own. Whether served as a dessert, an afternoon snack, or even a light breakfast treat, this easy-to-make pear cake is sure to impress. Ready in just over an hour and designed to serve eight, it’s a dessert that feels homemade yet utterly special. Perfect for showcasing seasonal pears, it’s a must-try for fall baking enthusiasts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium (about 1 pound) Fresh pears
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup (1 stick), softened Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 large, at room temperature Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoons (optional, for dusting) Powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan, then line the bottom with parchment paper for easy release.
Peel, core, and dice the pears into small pieces. Toss them with the lemon juice in a bowl to prevent browning and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk in two additions. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the diced pears gently with a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving for added sweetness and decoration.
Slice and serve. Enjoy your Fresh Pear Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3111 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.4 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.3 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 507 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 1845 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 617.8 g | 225% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.1 g | 179% | |
| Total Sugars | 355.1 g | ||
| Protein | 46.9 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 403 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2212 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
