Cranberry Pear Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

This Cranberry Pear Cake Recipe combines the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of ripe pears, creating a delightful dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The moist cake is easy to make and features a wonderful balance of flavors.

Ideal for gatherings or a cozy family dinner, this cake recipe is sure to impress your guests with its beautiful presentation and delicious taste.

Delicious Cranberry Pear Cake

This cake features a tender crumb infused with fresh pears and tart cranberries, making it a perfect dessert for fall and winter celebrations. The recipe takes about 1 hour to prepare and bake, serving approximately 8 people.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup diced ripe pears (peeled)
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Mix until just combined. Gently fold in the diced pears and cranberries.
Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.