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Honey Pear Almond Cake

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Honey Pear Almond Cake is a moist, elegant dessert that combines juicy ripe pears, rich almond flavor, and the natural sweetness of honey in every bite. With its tender crumb, delicate aroma, and beautiful presentation, this pear almond cake is perfect for brunch, afternoon tea, holiday gatherings, or a comforting homemade dessert. The combination of honey, almonds, and pears creates a bakery-worthy cake that’s both simple and sophisticated.

Ingredients

For the Cake

  • 2 ripe pears, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract
  • ¼ cup milk

For the Topping

  • ¼ cup sliced almonds
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and line an 8-inch or 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon if using.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, honey, and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  • Arrange the pear slices decoratively over the batter.
  • Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the surface.
  • Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes.
  • Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.
  • Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Notes

Bosc, Bartlett, and Anjou pears work especially well because they hold their shape during baking.Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a soft and tender crumb.Add 1 teaspoon of ground cardamom for extra warmth and complexity.A drizzle of warm honey before serving enhances both flavor and presentation.Orange zest adds a bright citrus note that pairs beautifully with pears and almonds.For extra crunch, fold chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter.This cake tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop.

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