Brown Butter Pear Cake
Brown Butter Pear Cake is a comforting dessert that beautifully blends rich, nutty flavors with the sweetness of ripe pears. The warm aroma fills your kitchen as it bakes, promising a delightful treat that’s perfect for any occasion. With its tender crumb and juicy pear pockets, this cake will create unforgettable moments at your gatherings. Easy to make yet impressive enough for special events, this recipe invites everyone to savor every bite and enjoy the cozy memories that follow.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2–3 ripe pears, peeled and diced
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for optional frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking pan.
- Brown the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until golden and nutty; let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat brown sugar and eggs until fluffy; mix in browned butter and vanilla.
- Fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined; gently fold in diced pears.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider adding chopped walnuts or pecans. Substitute pears with apples or peaches for a different twist. To make it gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.