French Chocolate Pear Cake

Indulge in the elegance of a French Chocolate Pear Cake, a sophisticated dessert that beautifully marries rich dark chocolate and tender slices of ripe pear. This stunning cake combines the moist decadence of chocolate with the subtle sweetness of Bartlett or Anjou pears, creating a perfectly balanced flavor profile. A touch of ground almonds adds extra texture and a nutty depth, while the delicate arrangement of pear slices on top turns it into a show-stopping centerpiece. With just 20 minutes of prep and a quick bake, this dessert is perfect for entertaining or treating yourself to something truly special. Serve it as is or dusted with powdered sugar for a bakery-worthy finish that will impress every guest at the table. Perfect for lovers of chocolate desserts and French-inspired baking!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams dark chocolate (70%)
• 150 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 120 grams all-purpose flour
• 50 grams ground almonds (almond flour)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 medium ripe pears (such as Bartlett or Anjou)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch pinch of salt
• 0 powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Peel the pears, cut them in half, and remove the cores. Slice each half into thin slices and set aside.

Step 3

In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and butter together over a double boiler, stirring occasionally, or microwave them in 30-second intervals until smooth. Let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, beat the sugar and eggs together until pale and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 5

Slowly mix in the melted chocolate and butter mixture, followed by the vanilla extract.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground almonds, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Arrange the pear slices in a circular pattern on top of the batter, pressing them slightly into the mixture.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs attached.

Step 9

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired, slice, and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	995.2 grams (995.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2875

Total Fat 171.50g	220%
Saturated Fat 82.00g	410%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 890mg	297%
Sodium 830mg	36%
Total Carbohydrate 320.10g	116%
Dietary Fiber 20.60g	74%
Total Sugars 197.50g
Protein 43.60g	87%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 289mg	22%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 1153mg	25%

*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: 51.5%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 42.7%