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Spiced Pear and Walnut Cake

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Spiced Pear and Walnut Cake is a warmly spiced, moist, and flavorful dessert perfect for cozy evenings and festive gatherings. The sweet juiciness of pears pairs beautifully with the crunch of walnuts and aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. This cake is easy to prepare and makes a delightful treat for fall and winter celebrations.

 

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and diced
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk or whole milk
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

For the Glaze (Optional):

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 teaspoons milk or cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar:
    • In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
    • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in Pears and Walnuts:
    • Gently fold in the diced pears and chopped walnuts.
  7. Bake the Cake:
    • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
    • Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool and Glaze (Optional):
    • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
    • If using the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
  9. Serve:
    • Slice and serve as is, or pair with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence.

Notes

  • Use firm, ripe pears to prevent excess moisture in the cake.
  • Substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds if desired.
  • The glaze adds sweetness but can be omitted for a more rustic cake.

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