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! This irresistible dessert combines the unique textures of almond paste with the sweetness of ripe pears and the tartness of dried cherries, creating a truly heavenly experience for your taste buds. Perfect for any occasion, this vegetarian-friendly cake can easily steal the spotlight at family gatherings, dinner parties, or simply as a cozy treat at home.

In just 45 minutes, you'll have a warm, aromatic cake that fills your kitchen with the inviting scents of vanilla and cinnamon. The frangipane topping, made from almond paste and spices, adds a rich and nutty layer that complements the tender fruit base beautifully. Each slice is an invitation to savor the rich flavors while enjoying its moist and fluffy texture.

With a mere 589 calories per serving, this cake doesn't compromise on taste while being a delightful indulgence. It's wonderfully versatile, too; serve it warm with a dusting of powdered sugar, or let it cool and enjoy it at room temperature with your afternoon tea.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner looking to impress, this Pear and Dried Cherry Frangipane Cake is a must-try! Gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

  • ounce almond paste 
  • 1.3 cups bing cherries dried
  • large eggs 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 cup extra-light olive oil 
  • large pears cored peeled cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • servings powdered sugar 
  • 1.5 cups self-rising 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