Pear Gingerbread Crumble Cake
Pear Gingerbread Crumble Cake is a delicious dessert that combines the flavors of sweet pears and spicy gingerbread. This cake is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests. In this recipe, we will show you how to make this mouth-watering dessert step-by-step.
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups diced pears
For the crumble topping:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the molasses and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, until everything is well combined.
5. Fold in the diced pears and pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
6. To make the crumble topping, mix together the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl. Add in the melted butter and stir until the mixture is crumbly.
7. Sprinkle the crumble topping over the cake batter and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool for a few minutes before serving.
Appearance and Taste:
This Pear Gingerbread Crumble Cake is a beautiful golden brown color with a crumbly topping that adds a nice texture to the soft and moist cake. The pears add a sweet and juicy flavor that pairs perfectly with the warm spices of the gingerbread. The crumble topping is sweet and buttery, adding a nice crunch to each bite.
Type of Dish: Dessert Cake
Main Ingredients: Pears, Gingerbread, Crumble Topping