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Right now, I’m completely in my chocolate and pear phase. I absolutely love this combination! A while ago, I had already shared a Chocolate and Pear Cake, and today I bring you a chocolate and pear cake that takes only 10 minutes to prepare and will delight everyone at the table!
It’s simple—every year for his birthday, my 10-year-old son asks me to make it! That’s solid proof! This chocolate and pear cake is simply delicious! Slightly crispy on the edges and wonderfully soft in the center…
The Pear-Chocolate Pairing: A Timeless Gourmet Duo
The combination of pear and chocolate is a pastry classic that has been delighting taste buds for generations. This pairing strikes a delicate balance between the juicy sweetness of pears and the comforting intensity of chocolate.
A Perfect Harmony of Flavors
Pears, with their tender texture and subtle sweetness, contrast beautifully with the bitterness of dark chocolate or the creaminess of milk chocolate. Whether poached, roasted, or enjoyed raw, pears develop delicate notes that are enhanced when paired with chocolate. This duo works just as well in refined desserts, like the famous Poire Belle-Hélène, as in simpler pastries such as a soft pear-chocolate cake or a rich tart.
An Infinitely Versatile Combination
One of the greatest advantages of this pairing is its versatility. It can be used in mousses, cakes, crumbles, or even sophisticated entremets. For added crunch, you can sprinkle in crushed hazelnuts or almonds, while a hint of spices like vanilla or cinnamon enhances the flavors even more.
A Comforting and Indulgent Treat
Beyond its exquisite taste, the pear-chocolate combination brings the comforting warmth of homemade treats. Ideal for autumn and winter, it adds coziness and indulgence to afternoon snacks and desserts. Plus, with pears being rich in fiber and dark chocolate full of antioxidants, this pairing combines pleasure with nutritional benefits.
Whether in a festive dessert or a simple everyday pastry, the pear-chocolate duo remains a timeless favorite that delights all food lovers!
Back to my recipe…
This cake is also perfectly seasonal—our markets and supermarkets are full of pears, and some of us might even have them growing in our gardens. Now’s the time to make the most of them!
It’s the perfect cake for a little teatime break with friends or family. It also makes a great snack for kids, whatever the occasion, rather than reaching for industrial cookies from the cupboard.
From a nutritional standpoint, I won’t claim this is a light dessert, but if you give your kids a slice for their snack, they’ll be full and satisfied.
With store-bought cakes, you never really know what’s inside, and your kids keep asking for more before they finally feel full. Not to mention the price per kilo and all the excessive packaging…
So, if you have just 10 minutes to spare, don’t hesitate to make this chocolate and pear cake…
And if you love this flavor combination as much as I do, I invite you to click here for even more indulgence!
Go for it! The recipe, Chef!
Preheat your oven at 180 C / 355 F degrees. Melt gently the chocolate and butter together in a pan. Separate the whites from the yolks. Mix the egg yolks with the sugar until you get a light yellow mousse. Add the chocolate and butter and mix. Add the flour and baking powder. Mix until you get a homogeneous mixture. Beat the egg whites firmly. Add them gently to the mixture with a spatula. Peel the pears and cut them in pieces. Pour the batter in a 26 cm diameter mold (already buttered and slightly covered with flour). Add the pears. Bake 30 minutes. At the end of the baking, let cool down in the mold for 5 minutes before putting the cake on a grid. Si vous n'avez pas de poires fraîches, vous pouvez aussi prendre des poires en conserve.Chocolate and Pear Cake
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