Soft and tasty pear cake with homemade pear compote

This pear cake is a deliciously moist treat that is bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe pears. The cake is enriched with a touch of vanilla and features a delicious pear compote incorporated into the batter, adding both flavour and texture. replaces the word nice with emptypped with a light sprinkle of sugar for a slight crunch, this cake is perfect for any occasion, from a cosy afternoon tea to a special after-dinner dessert.

Why you'll love this recipe:
You’ll love this pear cake because it’s simple to make yet full of flavor and texture. Ripe pears bring a natural sweetness and moisture to the cake, making it incredibly soft and tender. The combination of creamy butter and a hint of vanilla enhances the delicate pear flavor, while homemade pear compote adds a delicious surprise to every bite. This cake is perfect for pear lovers and is sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.

Perfect opportunity:
This pear cake is perfect for serving at brunch, as a light after-dinner dessert, or as a treat with your coffee or afternoon tea. Its subtle sweetness and moist texture make it a versatile cake that is suitable for any time of day. Whether you are making a cake for family, friends, or just for yourself, this cake is a great way to showcase the natural goodness of pears.

Decorating tips:
For a beautiful presentation, dust the cooled cake with icing sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze made with icing sugar and a little lemon juice. You can also arrange thin slices of pear on top before baking for an elegant look. Serve the slices with a dollop of leftover pear compote on the side for an extra burst of flavour and a rustic touch.

Ingredients:

• 200 g all-purpose flour
• 100 g caster sugar
• 5 ripe pears
• 100 g unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt
• Extra sugar for dusting

For the pear compote:

• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Instructions:

1. Prepare the pear compote:
   • Peel the pears and cut one into small cubes.
   • Place the pear cubes in a small saucepan with the lemon juice, 4 tablespoons of sugar and the cornstarch.
   • Let simmer over low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pears are tender and the mixture has thickened. Let the compote cool.
2. Prepare the cake batter:
   • Preheat your oven to 180°C. Butter and flour a 21 x 9 cm cake tin.
   • In a bowl, cream the butter and 100 g of sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Add the eggs one by one, beating well after each addition.
   • Stir 1 cup cooled pear compote and vanilla extract into batter.
   • Sift the flour with the baking powder and salt, then gradually add it to the dough in two batches, mixing gently with a spatula until well combined.
3. Assemble and bake the cake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
   • Sprinkle the top with 2 tablespoons of sugar for a sweet, crunchy crust.
   • Bake in preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
   • Allow the cake to cool in the pan before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

4. Serve:
   • Cut the cake into slices and serve with the remaining pear compote.

Appreciate!

This pear cake is a moist and tasty dessert, perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet and tender pears and a light and buttery cake is simply irresistible.