Pear Cake

3 servings

60 minutes

Pear cake is a refined combination of tender dough and sweet, aromatic pieces of pear. This dessert, inspired by German cuisine, embodies the traditions of baking with almonds and honey, giving it a rich, slightly nutty flavor. Orange zest and vanilla sugar add a subtle citrus note, making the aroma even more appealing. The cake is airy and soft, with juicy fruit bits that perfectly complement the sweetness of the dough. Ideal for a cozy tea time or as an elegant treat for a family dinner. Baked in small portion molds, it is convenient for serving and aesthetically pleasing on the plate. This dessert is an embodiment of harmony in flavors and textures that can bring warm emotions to anyone who tries it.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 746.5
• Proteins: 13g
• Fats: 42.6g
• Carbohydrates: 79g

Ingredients

• Butter: 100 g
• Sugar: 100 g
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Vanilla sugar: 1 tsp
• Orange zest: 1 pc
• Wheat flour: 130 g
• Baking powder: 0.5 tsp
• Ground almonds: 50 g
• Milk: 2 tbsp
• Honey: 1 tbsp
• Pears: 80 g

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 190 degrees. Grease small molds with butter if necessary and set aside.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 100 g

2. Beat the butter with sugar into an airy mass using a mixer. Then add the eggs, vanilla extract or sugar, and orange zest.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 100 g
   • Sugar: 100 g
   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Vanilla sugar: 1 teaspoon
   • Orange zest: 1 piece

3. Mix the flour combined with baking powder and ground almonds until smooth. Then stir in the milk and honey, and finally add the pear pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 130 g
   • Baking powder: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ground almonds: 50 g
   • Milk: 2 tablespoons
   • Honey: 1 tablespoon
   • Pears: 80 g

4. Place the dough in molds. Bake for about 20 minutes until the buns are golden at the edges and fully cooked. Check readiness with a toothpick.