Pears contain more pectin when slightly underripe, creating this cake's signature moist texture without any added binding agents.
Simple Pear Cake
Indulge in the warm, inviting scent of our delightful Pear Cake that will have everyone flocking to the kitchen! This easy-to-make treat combines juicy ripe pears, a hint of vanilla, and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a cozy twist. Perfect for any occasion, this cake promises to be a crowd-pleaser that’s both delicious and effortless!
Prep
15
min
Cook
40
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 1 pear
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 2 eggs
🫙Pantry Staples(3)
- 1 tablespoon of baking powder (15 ml)
- ½ cup of oat flour (62.5 g)
- 2 tablespoons of oil (30 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon (5 ml)
📦Other(3)
- 50g of sliced almonds (1.76 oz)
- 3 tablespoons of oat bran (45 ml)
- ½ cup of white raisins (120 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Blend the pear with the skin and the white raisins until it forms a cream.
- 2
Add the eggs and oil to the mixture and blend until smooth.
- 3
In a bowl, combine the oat bran, oat flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon.
- 4
Mix the dry ingredients with the pear mixture until well combined.
- 5
Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
- 6
Slice the pear thinly and arrange it on top of the batter, then sprinkle the sliced almonds around it.
- 7
Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for about 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- 8
Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before removing from the pan.
- 9
Optionally, dust with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Blend pears with skin on for only 30-45 seconds to avoid over-processing the pectin, which can create a gummy texture instead of the desired creamy consistency.technique30-45 seconds
- ✓Slice the decorative pear to exactly 2-3mm thickness using a mandoline - thicker slices won't cook through in 40 minutes while thinner ones will brown too quickly and become bitter.technique2-3mm thickness
- ✓Reduce oven temperature to 160°C and extend baking to 50-55 minutes because oat flour has no gluten structure and needs gentler, longer heat to set without drying out.timing160°C for 50-55 minutes
- ✓Toss sliced almonds with 1 teaspoon of the oat flour before sprinkling on top to prevent them from sinking into the batter during baking.technique1 teaspoon flour coating
- ✓Let the cake cool for exactly 15-20 minutes before unmolding because oat-based batters continue firming up during this time, and removing too early will cause structural collapse.timing15-20 minutes
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Prep
15
min
Cook
40
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Pears contain more pectin when slightly underripe, creating this cake's signature moist texture without any added binding agents.
Simple Pear Cake
Indulge in the warm, inviting scent of our delightful Pear Cake that will have everyone flocking to the kitchen! This easy-to-make treat combines juicy ripe pears, a hint of vanilla, and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a cozy twist. Perfect for any occasion, this cake promises to be a crowd-pleaser that’s both delicious and effortless!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 1 pear
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 2 eggs
🫙Pantry Staples(3)
- 1 tablespoon of baking powder (15 ml)
- ½ cup of oat flour (62.5 g)
- 2 tablespoons of oil (30 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon (5 ml)
📦Other(3)
- 50g of sliced almonds (1.76 oz)
- 3 tablespoons of oat bran (45 ml)
- ½ cup of white raisins (120 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Blend the pear with the skin and the white raisins until it forms a cream.
- 2
Add the eggs and oil to the mixture and blend until smooth.
- 3
In a bowl, combine the oat bran, oat flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon.
- 4
Mix the dry ingredients with the pear mixture until well combined.
- 5
Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
- 6
Slice the pear thinly and arrange it on top of the batter, then sprinkle the sliced almonds around it.
- 7
Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for about 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- 8
Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before removing from the pan.
- 9
Optionally, dust with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Blend pears with skin on for only 30-45 seconds to avoid over-processing the pectin, which can create a gummy texture instead of the desired creamy consistency.technique30-45 seconds
- ✓Slice the decorative pear to exactly 2-3mm thickness using a mandoline - thicker slices won't cook through in 40 minutes while thinner ones will brown too quickly and become bitter.technique2-3mm thickness
- ✓Reduce oven temperature to 160°C and extend baking to 50-55 minutes because oat flour has no gluten structure and needs gentler, longer heat to set without drying out.timing160°C for 50-55 minutes
- ✓Toss sliced almonds with 1 teaspoon of the oat flour before sprinkling on top to prevent them from sinking into the batter during baking.technique1 teaspoon flour coating
- ✓Let the cake cool for exactly 15-20 minutes before unmolding because oat-based batters continue firming up during this time, and removing too early will cause structural collapse.timing15-20 minutes