Best 3 Pear Preserves Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our Pear Preserves Cake, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable cake features moist and fluffy layers infused with the sweet and tangy essence of homemade pear preserves. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures, with a tender crumb and a burst of juicy pear. The luscious glaze adds a final touch of elegance and richness, making this cake the perfect centerpiece for any occasion. Let's embark on a delicious journey as we explore the detailed recipes.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PEAR PRESERVES CAKE



Pear Preserves Cake image

Three spiced layers with pecans and pear preserves, and decorated with caramel frosting.

Provided by NELL 2

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Spice Cake Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups white sugar
5 egg yolks
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup chopped pecans
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup pear preserves
5 egg whites
3 cups white sugar
1 ½ cups milk
1 ½ cups white sugar
¾ cup butter, softened

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 3 (9 inch) pans. Sift together 2 1/2 cups flour, cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg; set aside. Toss pecans in 1/2 cup flour; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup butter and 2 cups sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the yolks one at a time. Dissolve baking soda in buttermilk. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the buttermilk. Fold in the pecan mixture and the pear preserves.
  • In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold 1/3 of the whites into the batter, then quickly fold in remaining whites until no streaks remain. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
  • Make Frosting: In a large saucepan, combine 3 cups sugar and milk. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and set aside. Place remaining 1 1/2 cup sugar in a cast iron skillet, cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves and becomes a golden syrup. Remove from heat and carefully stir in butter. Gradually pour syrup mixture into milk mixture in saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches soft ball stage (240 degrees F/ 115 degrees C). Remove from heat and beat at medium speed of electric mixture for about 5 minutes or until thick enough to spread. Spread immediately on cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 720.6 calories, Carbohydrate 116.1 g, Cholesterol 119.8 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 14.1 g, Sodium 273.9 mg, Sugar 93.1 g

PEAR PRESERVES CAKE - # RECIPE - (3.3/5)



Pear Preserves Cake - # Recipe - (3.3/5) image

Provided by jann

Number Of Ingredients 13

Cake:
1 cup butter, softened
2 1/2 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup buttermilk
3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup chopped pecans
1 (11.5 oz.) jar pear preserves, heat in microwave enough to warm up and mix up a bit so it will blend throughout batter

Steps:

  • Cream butter in a large mixing bowl; gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add egg one at a time, beating until blended after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Combine flour and spices; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk mixture, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Mix on low speed until just blended after each addition. Fold in pear preserves and pecans. Pour batter into greased and floured 10-inch (16 cup) tube pan. Bake at 325° for 1 hour 10 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove from pan, and let cake cool completely.

CRUMB CAKE WITH PEAR PRESERVES



CRUMB CAKE WITH PEAR PRESERVES image

Categories     Duck

Number Of Ingredients 17

Streusel
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, diced, plus more for greasing
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Cake
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 stick unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
3/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup pear preserves (4 ounces)
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • MAKE THE STREUSEL Preheat the oven to 350° and butter a 9-inch square metal baking pan. In a medium bowl, mix the brown sugar with the flour, cinnamon and salt. Add the 4 tablespoons of diced butter and, using your fingers, pinch it into the dry ingredients until evenly moistened, then press the mixture into clumps. Refrigerate the streusel until chilled, about 15 minutes. MEANWHILE, MAKE THE CAKE In a medium bowl, whisk the flour with the baking powder, cinnamon and salt. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter with the granulated sugar at medium speed until fluffy, 2 minutes. Beat in the eggs 1 at a time. Scrape down the side of the bowl, then beat in the dry ingredients and milk in 3 alternating batches, starting and ending with the dry ingredients, until just incorporated. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it in an even layer. Dollop the pear preserves evenly in the batter and sprinkle the streusel evenly on top. Bake for about 50 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. (Some of the streusel will sink into the cake.) Transfer the pan to a rack and let the cake cool completely, about 1 hour. Dust with confectioners' sugar, cut into squares and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe but firm pears. Overripe pears will be too mushy, while underripe pears will not have enough flavor.
  • Peel and core the pears before cooking them. This will make it easier to slice them into thin pieces.
  • Cook the pears in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from sticking to the pan and burning.
  • Stir the pears frequently while they are cooking. This will help to ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Add sugar to the pears gradually. This will help to prevent them from becoming too sweet.
  • Cook the pears until they are tender but still hold their shape. This will take about 15-20 minutes.
  • Remove the pears from the heat and let them cool slightly. This will make it easier to handle them when you are assembling the cake.
  • Spread the pear preserves on top of the cake batter before baking. This will give the cake a delicious fruity flavor.
  • Bake the cake according to the recipe instructions.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Serve the cake with your favorite frosting and enjoy!

Conclusion:

Pear preserves cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and flavorful cake batter, sweet and tangy pear preserves, and creamy frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a special dessert to make, give pear preserves cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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