Pear Almond Cake: A Delightful Fusion of Fruit and Nut Flavors

Experience the harmonious blend of sweet pears and rich almonds in this Pear Almond Cake, a delightful treat that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe guides you through creating a moist and flavorful cake, featuring fresh pears that add a natural sweetness and a soft texture. Almond paste and almond extract are incorporated into the batter, infusing the cake with a deep, nutty aroma and taste. The cake is baked to golden perfection, resulting in a tender crumb that pairs beautifully with the delicate pears. Whether served as a dessert, a snack with tea, or as a special treat, this Pear Almond Cake is sure to impress with its simple elegance and delicious flavors.

Ingredients:

For the Pears:

• 2-3 medium pears (300 g)
• 2 TBS unsalted butter

For the Cake:

• 2 TBS almond paste (40 g)
• 2 cups sugar (400 g)
• 1 stick unsalted butter, softened (113 g)
• ⅓ + 1 TBS cup olive oil (85 g)
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour (240 g)
• 1 cup cake flour (120 g)
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• 1 cup whole milk (240 ml)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp almond extract

Instructions:

1. Preparation: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup Bundt pan or line a 9-inch round pan.
2. Pears: Peel and slice pears into cubes. Melt butter in a pan and gently stir pears for 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
3. Dry Ingredients: Sift together AP flour, cake flour, and baking powder.
4. Wet Ingredients: Mix milk and extracts.
5. Creaming: In a mixer, cream butter, sugar, and almond paste. Gradually add olive oil. Add eggs one at a time.
6. Combining: Alternate adding flour mixture and milk mixture in three parts, starting and ending with flour. Gently fold in egg/flour residue.
7. Adding Pears: Fold pears into the batter.
8. Baking: Pour batter into pan. Optionally sprinkle with sliced almonds. Bake for 40-50 minutes.
9. Cooling: Cool completely before serving.

Recipe Notes:

• Store at room temperature for up to three days, or freeze for up to eight weeks.
• Adjust the baking time based on the pan size.
• Optionally toast almond slices for added flavor.
• Ensure cake cools completely before flipping.

Enjoy this Pear Almond Cake as a delightful fusion of flavors that's both comforting and sophisticated. Serve it as is, or enhance it with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat. Visit our site for more inspired baking recipes!