Pear and Dried Cherry Frangipane Cake

Vegetarian
Health score
5%
Pear and Dried Cherry Frangipane Cake
45 min.
6
589kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Pear and Dried Cherry Frangipane Cake, a perfect dessert that beautifully combines the sweetness of ripe pears with the tartness of dried cherries. This vegetarian treat is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering or a cozy family dinner.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, this cake is surprisingly easy to make, allowing you to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. The rich almond paste adds a luxurious texture, while the warm notes of cinnamon elevate the overall flavor profile, creating a comforting and inviting dessert.

Each slice of this cake is a harmonious blend of moist cake and a luscious almond topping, making it a perfect companion to a cup of tea or coffee. Whether served warm or at room temperature, the Pear and Dried Cherry Frangipane Cake is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. Plus, it can be made a day in advance, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully, ensuring that you can enjoy your time with loved ones without the stress of last-minute baking.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • ounce almond paste 
  • 1.3 cups cherries dried
  • large eggs 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • large pears cored peeled cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • servings powdered sugar 
  • 1.5 cups self raising flour 
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 0.3 cup milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • knife
  • hand mixer
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray 8-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 1/2-inch-high sides with nonstick spray. Line pan bottom with parchment paper; spray parchment. Using electric mixer, beat 2 eggs, 2/3 cup sugar, oil, milk, and vanilla in large bowl until smooth.
  2. Add 1 1/2 cups flour; beat just until combined. Stir in pears and cherries.
  3. Transfer batter to prepared pan. Smooth top.
  4. Crumble almond paste into medium bowl; add cinnamon, 1 egg, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 tablespoon flour. Using electric mixer, beat mixture just until blended. Spoon atop cake batter.
  5. Bake cake until tester inserted into center comes out with small moist crumbs attached, about 1 hour 20 minutes. Run knife around pan to loosen cake.
  6. Remove pan sides. Peel off paper.
  7. Transfer cake to plate; sprinkle with powdered sugar.
  8. Serve warm or at room temperature. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool completely. Cover; let stand at room temperature.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories589kcal
Protein8.33%
Fat24.38%
Carbs67.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.14
Glycemic Load
33.85
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.558260938396%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.58mg
Catechin
0.21mg
Epigallocatechin
0.45mg
Epicatechin
2.88mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.13mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.23mg
Quercetin
0.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:588.78kcal
29.44%
Fat:16.27g
25.04%
Saturated Fat:2.5g
15.6%
Carbohydrates:101.06g
33.69%
Net Carbohydrates:93.63g
34.05%
Sugar:64.33g
71.47%
Cholesterol:94.63mg
31.54%
Sodium:49.88mg
2.17%
Alcohol:0.23g
100%
Alcohol %:0.11%
100%
Protein:12.51g
25.01%
Vitamin E:5.48mg
36.52%
Manganese:0.64mg
31.8%
Selenium:22µg
31.42%
Fiber:7.43g
29.7%
Vitamin A:1133.96IU
22.68%
Phosphorus:188.29mg
18.83%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.53%
Magnesium:61.08mg
15.27%
Copper:0.29mg
14.59%
Folate:51.59µg
12.9%
Calcium:127.14mg
12.71%
Iron:1.89mg
10.48%
Zinc:1.22mg
8.13%
Potassium:281.93mg
8.06%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.47%
Vitamin K:5.85µg
5.58%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.27%
Vitamin B12:0.3µg
4.93%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.86%
Vitamin B3:0.95mg
4.73%
Vitamin D:0.65µg
4.33%
Vitamin C:3.34mg
4.05%
Source:Epicurious