Chocolate, Coffee And Poached Pear Cake Recipe

Name: Chocolate, Coffee And Poached Pear Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup apple juice; 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 3 None small pears (about 1/4 lb each), peeled keeping the stem intact; 4 None amaretti cookies, chopped; 3 None prunes, pitted and coarsely chopped; 10 tbsp butter, softened; 3 None eggs; 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup cocoa powder; 1 1/4 tsp baking powder; 1/3 cup heavy cream; 1 tbsp instant coffee powder, mixed with 1 tbsp hot water

Servings: persons

3/4 cup apple juice
1 1/4 cup granulated sugar
3 None small pears (about 1/4 lb each), peeled keeping the stem intact
4 None amaretti cookies, chopped
3 None prunes, pitted and coarsely chopped
10 tbsp butter, softened
3 None eggs
1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 1/4 tsp baking powder
1/3 cup heavy cream
1 tbsp instant coffee powder, mixed with 1 tbsp hot water

1
Put the apple juice and 1/2 cup sugar in a pot with 3/4 cup water. Lower the pears into the pot and bring to a boil. Simmer for 20-30 mins until the pears are soft. Remove the pears and set aside to cool. Meanwhile, mix the chopped cookies and prunes together. When the pears are cool to the touch, remove the middle with an apple corer, taking care to keep the stem intact, and stuff with the cookie mix.
2
Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F. Grease a 4 x 10 inch loaf pan and dust with flour. Cream the butter and remaining sugar together for 3-4 mins with a pinch of salt, then beat in the eggs, 1 at a time. Sift the flour, cocoa powder and baking powder then add to the mixture. Stir in the cream and the coffee. Pour the cake mixture into the prepared pan. Press the pears into the cake mixture, stem side up and spaced evenly. The flesh should be covered and the stems visible.
3
Bake for 40-50 mins. Test whether the cake is cooked by inserting a skewer into the middle of the cake; it should come out clean. Remove the cake from the oven and let cool for about 30 mins, then remove the cake from the pan and cool completely on a wire rack. Sprinkle with powdered sugar just before serving.

842

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup apple juice, 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 3 None small pears (about 1/4 lb each), peeled keeping the stem intact, 4 None amaretti cookies, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chocolate, Coffee And Poached Pear Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chocolate, Coffee And Poached Pear Cake

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