GATEAU FONDANT AUX POIRES : (MOIST PEAR CAKE)

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Gateau fondant aux poires : (Moist Pear Cake) image

Another French recipe from my mother-in-law that I translated and converted. This cake is one of my favorites! Enjoy!

Provided by Kelley Maillard

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 -5 pears (depending on their size)
3/4 cup flour
extra flour, for the cake pan
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/3 cup milk, plus
1 tablespoon milk
3 tablespoons oil
2 teaspoons baking powder
butter
salt
6 tablespoons butter
1 egg
3 tablespoons sugar
slivered almonds (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat sugar, 2 eggs and a pinch of salt until mixture becomes"foamy" and forms a"ribbon" when removing the whisk.
  • Add the flour and baking powder, and then thin out the batter with the milk and oil.
  • Heat oven to 350°F (180°C) Butter and flour a 9 or 10-inch cake pan.
  • Pour half of the batter into the pan.
  • Peel the pears and remove the seeds, then cut into strips.
  • Place the pear strips on the batter.
  • Then pour the remaining batter over the pears.
  • Bake 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the topping as follows: Melt the butter in a sauce pan over a low flame.
  • Beat the egg and sugar in a bowl until well mixed.
  • Add the metled butter.
  • After 30 minutes, take the cake from the oven.
  • Pour the topping over the cake, and then continue baking another 20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with slivered almonds, if desired.
  • Let cool before removing from pan.

Bijoy Mohapathro
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I made this cake for my birthday and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the moist texture and the sweet pear flavor. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Jaeden “Julie.vallinetine” Philiph
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This cake was a bit too dry for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I would try it again with more butter or oil.


Dj Babar
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I love this cake! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. The pears add a nice touch of sweetness and moisture. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Moueed Ahmed
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This cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's moist, flavorful, and the pears add a nice touch of sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe.


Awais Ejaz
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I had some trouble with the frosting, but the cake itself was delicious. I'll definitely be trying this recipe again.


Olaonipekunolamide Kabir
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. I think I would try it again with less sugar next time.


Heather Lawson
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This cake is a keeper! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. The pears add a nice touch of sweetness and moisture. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Shayan Jan
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was moist and flavorful, and the pears were a perfect addition. I will definitely be making this cake again.


sriti Sarkar
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The pears were a nice touch, and the cake was moist and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Md Rajaul
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This cake was delicious! The pears were perfectly cooked and the cake was moist and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


josi king
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I made this cake for my birthday and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the moist texture and the sweet pear flavor. I will definitely be making this cake again.


MD. ROCKY ISLAM OFFICIALS
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This cake was a bit too dry for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I would try it again with more butter or oil.


iyasin iyasin
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I'm not a big fan of pears, but I loved this cake! The chocolate flavor was rich and decadent, and the pears added a nice touch of sweetness.


Shukat Awan188
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This cake is so moist and flavorful! I love the combination of pears and chocolate. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Shafic Ssebagala
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I had some trouble with the frosting, but the cake itself was delicious. I'll definitely be trying this recipe again.


Genevieve Andrews
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the texture was great. I think I would try it again with less sugar.


Sultan Saleem
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I love this cake! It's so moist and flavorful, and the pears are a perfect addition. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


anastasiababyangels nursery
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The pears were a nice touch, and the cake was moist and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Bird Lovee
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the moist texture and the sweet pear flavor. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Emma Kerr
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This pear cake was a delightful treat! The texture was moist and decadent, and the pear flavor was perfectly balanced. I loved the crunchy topping, which added a nice contrast to the soft cake.