Pear cake
Pears, nuts, and brown sugar meld perfectly together in this moist cake recipe–perfect for sharing or keeping all to yourself. The best part? It’s completely egg-free and dairy-free, crafted with everyday ingredients like plant milk and vegan butter.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup plant-based butter or margarine
- ¼ tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
- ½ cup + 2 tbsp. brown sugar
- 2 cups flour
- ½ cup finely ground nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, or hazelnuts)
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- ¾ cup + 1 tbsp. plant milk
- 4 large pears, peeled and sliced
Preparation
- Prep: Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
- Combine: Beat the margarine, vanilla, salt, and sugar in a large bowl with a hand mixer until fluffy. Mix the flour, nuts, and baking powder and gradually add to the bowl with the milk.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the dough into a greased and floured springform pan. Peel the pears, cut into slices, and spread over the cake. Bake for about 45 minutes.
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