Pear and Mascarpone Cake

The pear and mascarpone cake is a rich and delicious dessert, perfect for the fall or whenever you want something sweetly comforting. Here is the recipe to prepare this cake.

Ingredients

• 3 mature pears but not too soft
• 250 g of mascarpone
• 3 eggs
• 100 g of sugar
• 150 g of all-purpose flour
• 50 g of melted butter
• 1 packet of baking powder
• A pinch of salt
• Powdered sugar (optional, for decoration)
• Grated zest of 1 lemon (optional, for added flavor)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
2. Peel the pears and cut them into cubes.
3. In a bowl, blend the mascarpone with the sugar until you have a homogeneous mixture.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Incorporate the cooled melted butter.
6. Add the sifted flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt, and mix until you have a smooth and lump-free batter.
7. If you wish, you can add the grated zest of a lemon for a more intense fragrance.
8. Pour half of the batter into a previously buttered and floured cake pan.
9. Distribute the pear cubes over the batter.
10. Cover with the rest of the batter.
11. Bake for about 35-40 minutes or until the cake is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
12. Once baked, let the cake cool before unmolding it.
13. If you want, before serving, you can sprinkle the cake with powdered sugar.

Curiosity

Pear and mascarpone are a classic combination in Italian pastry, finding a balance between the sweetness of the fruit and the creaminess of the cheese. This cake, in particular, is highly appreciated for its softness and delicate flavor, making it perfect for breakfast or a rich but refined snack.