Description
This Pear Cardamom Bundt Cake is a moist and fragrant dessert perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet pears and warm cardamom spice infuses the cake with delightful flavors, while the soft crumb and light dusting of powdered sugar provide an elegant finish. Easy to prepare and bake, this cake pairs perfectly with tea or coffee and serves 12.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (240 g)
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (113 g)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit
- 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and diced
Finishing
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Measure all dry ingredients accurately and allow the butter to soften at room temperature, ensuring it mixes easily.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which will help incorporate air and create a tender cake.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Gradually mix in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring each addition is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cardamom, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in Pears: Carefully fold the diced pears into the batter, distributing them evenly without breaking them down.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into a well-greased or prepared bundt pan. Place it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Finish: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes to set. Then invert the bundt pan onto a wire rack to release the cake and let it cool completely. Once cooled, dust the cake liberally with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm pears to prevent too much moisture in the batter.
- Room temperature ingredients mix better and result in a more even texture.
- Check the cake at the 50-minute mark and adjust baking time as needed due to oven variations.
- Ensure the bundt pan is well-greased to avoid sticking.
- Cardamom can be adjusted to taste; if preferred, substitute with cinnamon for a different spice profile.
