How to Make Pear Cake

Pears are a delicious and nutritious fruit that can be used in a variety of recipes. This pear cake recipe is a great way to use up fresh pears and enjoy their sweet flavor.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped pears

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Fold in the chopped pears.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Let cool completely before frosting.

Frosting

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake.

Tips

• To make the cake more moist, add a little bit of milk to the batter.
• To make the cake more flavorful, add some spices to the batter, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom.
• To make the cake more festive, add some chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.

FAQ

Q: What can use instead of fresh pears?

You can use frozen or canned pears instead of fresh pears. Just be sure to thaw the pears before using them in the recipe.

Q: When is the best time to make pear cake?

Pear cake is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed any time of year. However, it is especially delicious in the fall when pears are in season.

Q: What kind of pan should use?

You can use any type of pan to make pear cake. However, a 9×13 inch baking pan is a good option because it will allow the cake to bake evenly.

Q: How long will pear cake last?

Pear cake will last for up to 3 days at room temperature or up to 1 week in the refrigerator.

Pros of Pear Cake

• Pear cake is a delicious and nutritious dessert.
• Pear cake is easy to make.
• Pear cake can be made with a variety of ingredients.
• Pear cake can be enjoyed any time of year.

Tips for Making Pear Cake

• Use ripe pears for the best flavor.
• Pare and core the pears before