Medlar Cake

The medlar cake is a delicious dessert that highlights the sweet-sour flavor of this springtime fruit. Here’s how to prepare an Italian-style medlar cake.

Ingredients

• 150 g of all-purpose flour
• 150 g of granulated sugar
• 150 g of softened butter
• 3 eggs
• Grated zest of 1 lemon
• 1 pinch of salt
• 1 packet of baking powder
• 300 g of ripe medlars
• Icing sugar for decoration (optional)

Preparation

1. Prepare the medlars by removing the stone and slicing them. Set aside.
2. Take a large bowl and cream the softened butter with the granulated sugar until it is fluffy.
3. Add the eggs, one at a time, continuing to beat until you get a smooth cream.
4. Fold in the sifted flour, grated lemon zest, pinch of salt, and baking powder, mixing carefully to avoid lumps.
5. Butter and flour a cake pan, then pour the mixture into the pan, leveling well with a spatula.
6. Arrange the medlar slices evenly over the surface of the cake.
7. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C for about 35-40 minutes or until the cake is golden brown and a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let the medlar cake cool, then gently unmold it.
9. Before serving, you can dust the surface with icing sugar for added sweetness and presentation.

Trivia

The medlar is a fruit that belongs to the Rosaceae family, and its unique flavor and soft texture make it perfect for homemade dessert preparations. This cake is a simple yet delicious recipe that enhances the flavor of the medlars without overpowering it with too intrusive ingredients.

Remember that the medlars should be well-ripened for this recipe, to ensure maximum sweetness and juiciness. Happy baking and enjoy your meal!