Description
Indulge in a slice of our Spiced Pear Almond Cake with Vanilla Drizzle—a delightful dessert that combines the warmth of spices with the sweetness of fresh pears. Each bite reveals tender layers filled with juicy pear chunks and crunchy almond bits, making it perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and visually stunning, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature for a comforting treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe pears, diced
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar for depth)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a larger bowl, beat together melted butter and sugar until fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, mixing in vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in diced pears and chopped almonds gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg