Pear, Honey and Lime Cake

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this delicious, moist Pear, Honey and Lime Cake recipe
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 forelle pears , peeled , quartered and cored
1/4 cup lime juice
3 tablespoons honey
1/2 vanilla bean , split
6 tablespoons pear liqueur
3/4 cup unsalted butter , at room temperature
3/4 cup superfine sugar
2 limes , zest of
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour , sifted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
295
Sugar
23g
Fat
15g
This Pear, Honey and Lime Cake is a delightful treat that can be enjoyed year-round. The combination of flavors and textures delivers a sensory experience like no other. The tender, crumbly cake is flavored with lime zest and almond flour, which gives it a nutty taste and aroma. The caramelized pears add a sweet and juicy touch, which complements the lime and honey drizzle perfectly. This cake is perfect for sharing with family and friends on a lazy afternoon or as a light dessert after a hearty meal. Try it today and take your taste buds on a delightful journey!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium-high heat and cook the pears for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
3.Drizzle with lime juice, honey and scraped vanilla seeds, and continue cooking for a further minute.
4.Add the pear liqueur and bring to a boil.
5.Remove from heat and let cool.
6.Cream the butter, sugar and lime zest until light and fluffy.
7.Add the baking powder and salt, then beat in the eggs, one at a time.
8.Fold in the flour and almond flour until the batter is smooth.
9.Arrange the pears on the base of a greased and floured cake pan, then pour the cake batter over the top.
10.Bake for 45-50 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11.Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

This Pear, Honey and Lime Cake has a perfect balance of sweetness, tartness and fragrant aroma.

The moist and tender cake paired with caramelized and juicy pears create a match made in heaven.

CONS

The pear liqueur in the recipe may not be available in all regions, which might affect the flavor.

This cake is not suitable for people with nut allergies due to the almond flour used in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake is relatively low in calories compared to other cake recipes, with a moderate amount of fat and sugar.
Pears are high in fiber, which can help regulate digestion and bowel movements. Honey has natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can help boost the immune system and relieve sore throat. Lime juice is a good source of vitamin C which is important for immune health and skin health.

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