Pear and Chocolate Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350F degrees. Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
4. Add eggs one at a time beating well after each addition, then add vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to butter mixture alternating with buttermilk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Beat until just combined
6. Stir in cocoa powder until well combined. Fold in the pear slices and chocolate chips
7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
8. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the cake is firm to touch or when toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan for about 20 minutes before removing it from the pan.

Verdict:

This pear and chocolate cake is a delicious dessert option. It has the perfect balance of rich chocolate flavor complimented with the sweetness of the ripe pear slices. The texture is moist and tender with bits of chocolate chips throughout.

Serving Suggestions:

This cake can be served on its own, or with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream on top. It is best enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea.