Autumn Pear/Apple Pudding Cake
๐ Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
๐ฅ Prep Time: 20 minutes
๐ฅ Cook Time: 1 hour
๐ฝ๏ธ Servings: 8
Description:
This Autumn Pear/Apple Pudding Cake recipe is a delightful twist on a classic dessert, perfect for any occasion! Whether you choose to use pears or apples, this cake is bound to impress with its moist texture and flavorful topping. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to disappear in no time!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 | Pears or apples |
| 1 | Lemon juice |
| 1/4 | Cup unsalted butter |
| 1/2 | Cup sugar |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/2 | Teaspoon baking powder |
| 1/2 | Teaspoon ginger or cinnamon (depending on fruit choice) |
| 1/2 | Teaspoon cinnamon or ginger (depending on fruit choice) |
| 1/8 | Teaspoon salt |
| 1 | Cup flour |
| 1 | Cup milk |
| 1/2 | Cup sugar |
| 1 | Tablespoon cornstarch |
| 1/4 | Teaspoon salt |
| 1/2 | Teaspoon ginger or cinnamon (depending on fruit choice) |
| 1/2 | Cup tap water |
Instructions:
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Choose Fruit: Decide whether you’ll be using pears or apples for this recipe. If using pears, opt for ginger; if using apples, go for cinnamon.
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Prepare Pan: Lightly grease an 8-inch square or 9-inch round pan to prevent sticking.
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).
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Prepare Fruit: Peel and slice the pears or apples, then place them in the prepared pan. Sprinkle the fruit with lemon juice to prevent browning.
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Make Cake Batter: In a medium-sized bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, sugar, baking powder, chosen spice (ginger or cinnamon), and salt until smooth.
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Add Egg and Flour: Beat in the egg, then add the flour alternately with the milk (1/2 cup flour, followed by the milk, then the remaining 1/2 cup flour), beating well after each addition.
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Spread Batter: Spoon the batter over the prepared fruit in the pan, spreading it evenly to mostly cover the fruit.
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Prepare Topping: In another bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, chosen spice (ginger or cinnamon), and salt for the topping.
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Layer Topping: Sprinkle the topping mixture evenly over the cake batter in the pan.
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Add Water: Carefully pour the tap water over the entire cake. Don’t worry if it pools on top; this is normal and will contribute to the pudding-like texture.
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Bake: Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 60 minutes, or until the top is nicely browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Serve: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Serve warm, ideally accompanied by vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch.
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Enjoy: This Autumn Pear/Apple Pudding Cake is best enjoyed fresh from the oven, but it’s also delicious as leftovers. Store any uneaten portions in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to several days.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 291.7
- Fat: 7.2g
- Saturated Fat: 4.2g
- Cholesterol: 40.6mg
- Sodium: 246.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 55.7g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Sugar: 37.9g
- Protein: 3.2g
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preferences.
- This cake is versatile and can be served for dessert, brunch, or even as a sweet treat with afternoon tea.
- Experiment with different fruit combinations or add nuts for extra texture and flavor.
- If you’re taking this cake to a gathering, consider doubling the recipe, as it tends to disappear quickly!
