Easy, moist pear and almond cake

Dessert
Very Easy
55 min
311 Kcal

This pear cake is easy to make and especially moist thanks to the almond flour. Some of the pears are mixed into the batter in chunks, while the rest are arranged in thin slices on top. A few slivered almonds add a slightly crunchy texture after baking. A fruity, indulgent cake, perfect for dessert or an afternoon snack.

Ingredients

8

Materials

  • 8 inches/20 -cm square baking pan or a round baking pan of equivalent size
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • cutting board
  • peeler

Preparation

Preparation15 min
Cook time40 min
  • Easy, Moist Pear and Almond Cake - Preparation step 1Preheat the oven to 350 °F/180 °C. In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs with the sugar until the mixture is smooth.
  • Easy, Moist Pear and Almond Cake - Preparation step 2Add the flour, baking powder, vanilla, melted butter, and milk. Mix until the batter is smooth.
  • Easy, Moist Pear and Almond Cake - Preparation step 3Stir in the almond flour and mix again.
  • Easy, Moist Pear and Almond Cake - Preparation step 4Peel the pears. Cut about half of them into small cubes and gently fold them into the batter.
  • Easy, Moist Pear and Almond Cake - Preparation step 5Pour the mixture into a buttered or parchment-lined baking pan.
  • Easy, Moist Pear and Almond Cake - Preparation step 6Cut the remaining pears into thin slices and arrange them on top of the cake.
  • Easy, Moist Pear and Almond Cake - Preparation step 7Sprinkle with slivered almonds if you like.
  • Easy, Moist Pear and Almond Cake - Preparation step 8Bake for 40 minutes at 350 °F/180 °C. Check for doneness with the tip of a knife, then let cool slightly before removing from the pan.

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FAQ ❓

Which pears should you choose?

Choose pears that are ripe but still slightly firm. Overripe pears may release too much liquid during baking.
Yes. Hazelnut flour works very well and will give the cake a more pronounced flavor. Shredded coconut can also be used, but it will alter the cake’s texture more significantly.
A 20-cm square pan works very well. You can also use a round pan about 8 inches/20 cm in diameter.
Store it tightly wrapped for 1 to 2 days at room temperature, or up to 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator. Be sure to take it out of the refrigerator a little while before serving so it regains a softer texture.
Yes. Let it cool completely, then freeze it whole or in individual slices, well wrapped.
Yes. Apples work particularly well. You can also add a few berries, keeping in mind that they may release more juice during baking.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 311Kcal
  • Carbo: 26.2g
  • Total fat: 18.8g
  • Saturated fat: 8g
  • Proteins: 7.3g
  • Fibers: 3.1g
  • Sugar: 15.4g
  • ProPoints: 8
  • SmartPoints: 13
Nutritional information for 1 serving (125g)

Cookware

oven

Attributes

Suitable for freezing
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