Almond Pear Cake
Almond Pear Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the nutty richness of almonds with the sweet, delicate flavor of pears. This cake not only brings together a wonderful blend of textures and tastes but also offers a sophisticated twist to a classic fruit dessert.
Servings 4
Calories 302kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups ground almonds
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs separated
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon pure almond extract
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 ripe pears peeled and quartered
- 1/4 cup flaked almonds
- Icing sugar for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9-inch springform pan or round cake pan thoroughly.
- Whisk together the flour, ground almonds, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined.
- Beat the egg yolks with the sugar until pale and fluffy, then slowly mix in the vegetable oil and almond extract until smooth.
- Add the dry ingredients to the batter on low speed and stir in the Greek yogurt just until incorporated without overmixing.
- Whip the egg whites to stiff peaks in a separate bowl, then gently fold them into the batter using a rubber spatula.
- Spread the batter into the prepared pan, arrange the pears on top in a circular pattern, and sprinkle with flaked almonds.
- Bake for 60 to 65 minutes until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cake slightly before removing from the pan, then dust with icing sugar before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 302kcal