Pear Walnut Coffee Cake Recipe

Name: Pear Walnut Coffee Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup walnuts chopped; ⅓ cup brown sugar, light packed; 1 teaspoon cinnamon ground; 1/4 cup butter cut into cubes; ⅓ cup flour, all-purpose; 2 medium pears peeled, cored and sliced (about 2 cups); 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 3/4 cups flour, all-purpose; 3/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup butter softened; 1 cup sugar granulated white; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 large eggs; 8 ounces sour cream; 1/2 cup walnuts chopped (optional, for top)

Servings: persons

1 cup walnuts chopped
⅓ cup brown sugar, light packed
1 teaspoon cinnamon ground
1/4 cup butter cut into cubes
⅓ cup flour, all-purpose
2 medium pears peeled, cored and sliced (about 2 cups)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 3/4 cups flour, all-purpose
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter softened
1 cup sugar granulated white
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
8 ounces sour cream
1/2 cup walnuts chopped (optional, for top)

1
Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
2
Grease a 9-inch springform pan or 9 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.
3
Combine the 1 cup chopped nuts, brown sugar and cinnamon.
4
FOR TOPPING: Cut the 1/4 cup of cubed butter into 13 cup flour to make coarse crumbs.
5
Stir in 3/4 cup nut mixture.
6
Set nut mixture and topping aside.
7
Toss pears with lemon juice; set aside.
8
In medium bowl, combine the 1 3/4 cups flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; set aside.
9
In a large bowl, beat 1/2 cup softened butter with an electric mixer for 30 seconds.
10
Beat in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract.
11
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
12
Add flour mixture and sour cream alternately to batter.
13
Beat on low speed after each addition until combined.
14
Spread two-thirds of the batter into the prepared pan.
15
Sprinkle with reserved nut mixture.
16
Layer pears over top.
17
Gently spread remaining batter over pears.
18
Sprinkle with reserved topping.
19
Bake 10 minutes.
20
For a chunky top, sprinkle with 1/2 cup more chopped nuts.
21
Bake 45 to 50 minutes more or until a wooden toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
22
Cool in pan on wire rack for 10 minutes.
23
Remove side of springform pan, if using.
24
Cool at least one hour.

1272

kcal

Calories

Fat

127

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.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup walnuts chopped, ⅓ cup brown sugar, light packed, 1 teaspoon cinnamon ground, 1/4 cup butter cut into cubes, and more.

Yes, Pear Walnut Coffee 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!

Pear Walnut Coffee Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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