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Italian Pear Cake

Deliciously Easy Italian Pear Cake for Cozy Evenings

This Italian Pear Cake is a perfect combination of sweet pears and fluffy batter, ideal for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: easy cakes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Sift for a lighter cake.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Helps the cake rise.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt Enhances flavor.
  • 3 large eggs Room temperature is best.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cake.
  • ½ cup melted butter Provides richness.
  • 1 cup plain yogurt Keeps the cake tender.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Infuses sweetness.
For the Pears
  • 4 ripe pears Choose firm pears.

Equipment

  • 9.5-inch round springform or bundt pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare your baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and eggs. Beat until creamy and fluffy.
  3. Gently fold in the melted butter, yogurt, and vanilla extract into the egg-sugar mixture.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and kosher salt. Sift into the wet ingredients.
  5. Gently fold the diced ripe pears into the batter until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for approximately 50 minutes, tenting with foil if browning too quickly.
  8. Once baked, cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature. Can be sliced and frozen for up to 3 months.

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