Pear and Ginger Loaf Cake Recipe: Easy, Delicious, and Perfect for Any Occasion

This spectacular pear and ginger loaf cake has been on my wish list for a long time. It looks so unusual and special, although the recipe is quite simple and quite quick, you can even prepare it for tea for unexpected guests.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Seasonal Flavor: Fresh pears bring natural sweetness, while ginger adds a cozy, spicy kick.
• Simple Ingredients: You probably have most of the ingredients in your pantry!
• Versatile: Enjoy it as is, or serve it with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

It’s basically a pear pie, but it’s made in a loaf tin. This is very convenient, but of course you can also make it in a pie pan if you prefer. You can leave the pears whole or chop them up if you prefer.

This is an easy pear and ginger cake recipe, that contains common ingredients such as buttermilk, unsalted butter for flavor and texture, eggs, honey for flavor and longer shelf life, spices, flour, baking soda to leaven the dough, and cocoa powder for color to make a beautiful contrast with the pears.

Sugar can be used both brown and white, the only difference is that brown sugar has a more caramelized flavor and is less sweet than white sugar. But replacing brown sugar with white sugar will not be critical, so don’t let this point stop you.

I also propose to make a glaze to decorate the pear and ginger loaf cake, add gloss and juiciness to it. The glaze is also simple and is made from simple products: powdered sugar, sour cream (or greek yogurt), and lemon juice for shine and flavor.

In the end, this seemingly simple ginger and pear loaf will turn out to be a spectacular dessert that will suit even a festive table and impress your guests.

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Ingredients for the Pear and Ginger Loaf Cake

• unsalted butter
• eggs
• buttermilk
• brown sugar
• honey
• grated fresh ginger (optional)
• salt
• ground dried ginger
• ground cinnamon
• ground nutmeg
• all-purpose flour
• cocoa powder
• baking soda
• pears
• powdered sugar
• sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
• lemon juice (optional)

Instructions:

1. Turn on the oven to preheat to 180°C (355°F).
2. Wash and dry the pears with a paper towel.
3. Melt the butter. Leave it to cool.
4. Meanwhile, prepare a baking dish: cover it with parchment or grease the bottom and sides of the dish with butter.
5. In a separate bowl, mix the eggs, buttermilk, sugar, honey, grated fresh ginger, salt, and ground spices (ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg). Add the melted butter, which is no longer hot. Mix everything together.
6. Add the flour, cocoa powder and baking soda, and mix the dough thoroughly until all the ingredients are combined.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Insert the pears into the batter. If you want to add chopped pears instead of whole pears, chop them and add them to the batter BEFORE you put it in the baking dish. Mix the dough well with the pears and then pour it into the prepared baking dish.
8. Bake the pear and ginger loaf in a preheated 180°C (355°F) oven for 45-50 minutes. The time depends on the characteristics of your oven. If it usually overcooks pastry too much, bake the pear loaf cake at 170ºC, or cover it with a piece of foil.
9. Check the doneness of the pear loaf cake starting from the 40th minute of baking: stick a toothpick into the dough and take it out, it should come out dry if the cake is done.
10. Remove the loaf cake from the oven and cool it. In the meantime, make the glaze to decorate your pear and ginger loaf cake.
11. Combine the powdered sugar with the sour cream (or yogurt) and lemon juice and mix thoroughly until smooth texture.
12. Pour the glaze over the cooled pear and ginger loaf cake and serve.

Tips for Success

1. Choose ripe pears: They should be soft but not mushy for the best flavor and texture.
2. Don’t skip the parchment paper: It makes removing the loaf effortless.
3. Customize the spices: Feel free to add or adjust spices to suit your taste!

Serving Suggestions

This loaf cake pairs wonderfully with a cup of hot tea or coffee. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and don’t forget the glaze for an extra zing!

Storage Instructions

• Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Refrigerator: Keeps fresh for up to a week. Bring to room temperature before serving.
• Freezer: Wrap slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.

If you try this recipe, I’d love to hear how it turned out! Share your experience or any creative twists you made in the comments below. Let me know if you have any questions. Your feedback helps me create even more delicious content. Enjoy your homemade treat and happy baking!

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