Pear Cake With Lemon-Honey Cream Cheese Frosting

Name: Pear Cake With Lemon-Honey Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CAKE; 2 cups flour; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 3/4 cup vegetable oil; 2 large eggs; 1/3 cup whole milk; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 3 cups coarsely grated peeled bosc pears; 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted, chopped; FROSTING; 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temp; 1/2 cup butter, at room temp; 1 cup powdered sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2 teaspoons grated lemons, rind of; 3/4 cup honey

Servings: persons

CAKE
2 cups flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
3/4 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1/3 cup whole milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups coarsely grated peeled bosc pears
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted, chopped
FROSTING
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temp
1/2 cup butter, at room temp
1 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons grated lemons, rind of
3/4 cup honey

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2
Butter and flour two 9-inch cake pans with 1 1/2 inch high sides.
3
Whisk flour, sugar, baking soda, salt and spices in large bowl.
4
Make well in center of flour mixture.
5
Add oil, eggs, milk and vanilla; Whisk just until evenly moistened.
6
Fold in pears and nuts and divide between pans; Bake cakes for about 45 minutes.
7
Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla and lemon peel in large bowl until fluffy.
8
Add honey and beat until smooth.
9
If frosting is very soft, chill until firm enough to spread.
10
Place 1 cake layer, flat side up on a platter.
11
Spread 1 cup frosting on cake.
12
Top with second layer with flat side down.
13
Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of cake.

1733

kcal

Calories

101

Fat

196

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CAKE, 2 cups flour, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 2 teaspoons baking soda, and more.

Yes, Pear Cake With Lemon-Honey Cream Cheese Frosting 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!