CRANBERRY PEAR CAKE

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If you want a change-of-pace cake that's full of fall flavors, try this pairing of cranberries and pears. The nutty filling and glaze topping elevate it from a coffee cake to a special dessert. -Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup chopped pecans
1/3 cup chopped dried cranberries
1 teaspoon apple pie spice
BATTER:
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
2 cups chopped peeled ripe pears
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
5 teaspoons 2% milk
4-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon apple pie spice
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, pecans, cranberries and apple pie spice; set aside. , In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream just until combined. Fold in pears. , Pour half of the batter into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Sprinkle with half of the pecan mixture; top with remaining batter and pecan mixture. , Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. , In a small bowl, whisk the glaze ingredients until smooth; drizzle over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 340mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Alwande Mhlongo
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the moist texture. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Dipika Dhami
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This cake is delicious! The cranberries and pears are a great combination, and the streusel topping is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Boitumelo Morapedi
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I love this cake! It's the perfect dessert for any occasion. The cranberries and pears are a great combination, and the streusel topping is amazing. I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit.


Namatta Ronisha
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This cake is amazing! The cranberries and pears are a perfect combination, and the streusel topping is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.


Aziz brohi
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the moist texture. I will definitely be making this cake again.


starseo 149
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This cake is delicious! The cranberries and pears are a great combination, and the streusel topping is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Ch Dani786
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I love this cake! It's the perfect dessert for any occasion. The cranberries and pears are a great combination, and the streusel topping is amazing. I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit.


Somat Cakma
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This cake is amazing! The cranberries and pears are a perfect combination, and the streusel topping is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.


Amber Nelson
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the moist texture. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Mickey G
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This cake is easy to make and so delicious! The cranberries and pears are a great combination, and the streusel topping is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


eze emmanuel
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I love this Cranberry Pear Cake! It's the perfect fall dessert. The cranberries and pears are a perfect pair, and the streusel topping is amazing. I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit.


sentim 35
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This cake is absolutely delicious! I made it for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the moist texture. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Beauty Wizard
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I'm not usually a fan of fruit cakes, but this Cranberry Pear Cake is a game-changer! The pears add a nice sweetness, while the cranberries provide a tart contrast. The cake itself is moist and flavorful, and the streusel topping is the perfect finis


abdo gaming
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit! My friends and family love the moist texture and the sweet and tangy flavor. I also appreciate how easy it is to make. I usually have all of the ingredients on hand, and it comes together


Bezze One
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This Cranberry Pear Cake is a delightful treat! The combination of cranberries and pears creates a perfect balance of tart and sweet. The cake is moist and flavorful, with a tender crumb. I especially love the streusel topping, which adds a nice crun