Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Sticky Pear and Ginger Cake, a moist and spiced dessert perfect for any occasion. This cake beautifully marries the sweetness of ripe pears with the warmth of ginger and cinnamon, all topped off with a rich sticky glaze that will leave your taste buds craving more. Ideal for cozy family gatherings or as a sweet treat alongside your afternoon tea, this cake is not only easy to make but also promises to be a crowd-pleaser. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, bakers of all levels will find joy in creating this comforting dessert that can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Ingredients
- 200g all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 100g light brown sugar
- 100g unsalted butter, melted
- 150ml milk
- 1 large egg
- 100g dark treacle or molasses
- 2 ripe pears, peeled and diced
- For the glaze: 100g golden syrup
- 50g unsalted butter
- 50g light brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Grease and line an 8-inch cake tin.
- In one bowl, sift together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk melted butter, brown sugar, milk, egg, and treacle until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced pears.
- Pour batter into the prepared tin and bake for 35–40 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
- For glaze: heat golden syrup, butter, and brown sugar over medium-low until smooth.
- After baking, poke holes in the cake and pour warm glaze over it.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use ripe pears for optimal sweetness. Don’t overmix to ensure a light texture. Let the cake cool slightly before serving for better slicing.