Pear and Chocolate Cake

Delightful fusion of juicy pears and rich chocolate, this Pear and Chocolate Cake is a perfect treat for any season but especially wonderful when pears are at their peak. This recipe features a soft and tender cake base that effortlessly blends the sweetness of ripe pears with the indulgent depth of dark or milk chocolate, making it an irresistible dessert for both fruit and chocolate lovers alike.

Ingredients
Egg
2 pieces
Butter
80 g
softened, at room temperature
Sugar
150 g
Milk
150 ml
White flour
200 g
Baking powder
10 g
Dark chocolate
100 g
chopped
Pears
4 pieces
Step by step
Step 1

Carefully separate the egg whites from the yolks.

Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

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Step 2

Combine the egg yolks with sugar and softened butter, mixing thoroughly until well incorporated.

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Step 3

Gradually add the milk to the mixture, stirring continuously.

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Step 4

Sift in the flour and baking powder, blending until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.

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Step 5

Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter using deliberate, slow movements to maintain the airiness.

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Step 6

Split the prepared batter evenly into two bowls.

Into one bowl, mix in the chopped chocolate.

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Step 7

Line a 28cm diameter baking tray with parchment paper.

Pour the chocolate-infused batter into the tray, smoothing it out to an even layer.

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Step 8

Slice two pears thinly and arrange the slices atop the chocolate batter layer.

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Step 9

Cover with the remaining batter, carefully spreading it to ensure an even surface.

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Step 10

Top with thin slices from the remaining two pears, creating a decorative pattern.

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Step 11

Bake in a preheated oven at 160-180°C (320-356°F) for 40-45 minutes, or until the cake passes the toothpick test and is golden brown on top.

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Step 12

Allow the cake to cool completely before transferring it to a serving plate.

Optionally, dust with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.

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Step 13

Slice and serve this exemplary cake, showcasing the harmonious blend of chocolate and pear.

Enjoy!

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Quantity: 1 kg (8-10 servings)
Prep time:
45 min
Difficulty: easy
Ready in: 30 min