Pear and Ginger Cake with a Maple Glaze from New Zealand

Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of this Pear and Ginger Cake with a Maple Glaze, a delightful dessert inspired by New Zealand's love for fresh, seasonal ingredients. This moist and aromatic cake combines juicy chunks of ripe pears and the zesty kick of crystallized ginger, perfectly balanced by a rich maple glaze that seeps into every slice. With a soft crumb infused with warming spices like cinnamon and ground ginger, it's the epitome of cozy comfort baking. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time and baked to golden perfection, this cake is ideal for afternoon tea, celebratory gatherings, or simply enjoying with a steaming cup of coffee. Elevate your dessert game with this crowd-pleasing treat that brings a taste of Kiwi-inspired charm to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 220 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 150 grams unsalted butter
• 200 grams brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 120 milliliters milk
• 2 medium ripe pears
• 50 grams crystallized ginger
• 100 grams powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 20cm (8-inch) round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground ginger, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In another large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually fold in the dry ingredients and milk alternately, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.

Step 6

Peel, core, and dice the pears into small chunks. Dice the crystallized ginger finely.

Step 7

Gently fold the diced pears and crystallized ginger into the batter, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

To make the maple glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and water in a small bowl until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a drop more water.

Step 12

Once the cake has cooled completely, drizzle the maple glaze over the top using a spoon or piping bag.

Step 13

Let the glaze set for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1367.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3759.3

Total Fat 143.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 715.3mg	0%
Sodium 2374.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 602.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 400.0g
Protein 42.1g	0%

Vitamin D 136.5IU	0%
Calcium 559.3mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 1323.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.4%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 62.2%