Description
A deliciously moist spiced pear cake topped with a rich brown sugar glaze, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups ripe pears, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the diced pears and walnuts, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the brown sugar glaze by melting 1/4 cup of butter in a saucepan, then adding 1 cup of brown sugar and 1/4 cup of milk. Stir until smooth and bring to a boil for 2 minutes.
- Once the cake is done, let it cool for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan. Drizzle the brown sugar glaze over the warm cake.
Notes
- Ensure the pears are ripe for the best flavor.
- This cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- For a twist, add a pinch of cardamom to the spice mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Spiced Pear Cake, Brown Sugar Glaze, Dessert Recipe, Pear Cake