Name: Delicious Spiced Pear Buttermilk Almond Skillet Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: PT-493508H13M7S
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup Raw Caster Sugar (Can substitute with brown sugar for a richer flavor.); 1.5 cups Plain Flour (All-purpose flour can be used as a substitute.); 0.5 cup Almond Flour (Can swap with more plain flour or other nut flours.); 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (Increase for a spicier kick.); 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cardamom (Can be omitted or replaced with nutmeg.); 1 tablespoon Baking Powder (Ensure it’s fresh for best results.); 1 cup Buttermilk (Substitute with yogurt if desired.); 2 large Eggs (Flax eggs may serve as a vegan alternative.); 0.5 cup Melted Butter (Can replace with vegetable oil for a dairy-free option.); 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Pure vanilla is recommended for best results.); 1 tablespoon Lemon/Orange Rind (Zest from either fruit adds a delightful complement.); 2 medium Pears (Can substitute with apples for a fun twist.); 0.5 cup Natural Almonds (Can omit for a nut-free version.); 2 tablespoons Honey (Consider drizzling it over the cake.); 2 scoops Vanilla Ice-Cream (Optional alternatives include whipped cream or yogurt.)

Description

This Spiced Pear Buttermilk Almond Skillet Cake brings together fragrant spices and tender pears for a comforting dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup Raw Caster Sugar (Can substitute with brown sugar for a richer flavor.)
1.5 cups Plain Flour (All-purpose flour can be used as a substitute.)
0.5 cup Almond Flour (Can swap with more plain flour or other nut flours.)
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (Increase for a spicier kick.)
0.5 teaspoon Ground Cardamom (Can be omitted or replaced with nutmeg.)
1 tablespoon Baking Powder (Ensure it’s fresh for best results.)
1 cup Buttermilk (Substitute with yogurt if desired.)
2 large Eggs (Flax eggs may serve as a vegan alternative.)
0.5 cup Melted Butter (Can replace with vegetable oil for a dairy-free option.)
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Pure vanilla is recommended for best results.)
1 tablespoon Lemon/Orange Rind (Zest from either fruit adds a delightful complement.)
2 medium Pears (Can substitute with apples for a fun twist.)
0.5 cup Natural Almonds (Can omit for a nut-free version.)
2 tablespoons Honey (Consider drizzling it over the cake.)
2 scoops Vanilla Ice-Cream (Optional alternatives include whipped cream or yogurt.)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Mix the dry ingredients by combining the raw caster sugar, plain flour, almond flour, ground cinnamon, cardamom, and baking powder in a large bowl.
Whisk together the wet ingredients in another bowl, blending the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and citrus rind.
Combine dry and wet mixtures carefully. Gradually mix them until just incorporated.
Pour the batter into a greased skillet. Arrange the pear slices on top and sprinkle the chopped almonds.
Bake for 30-40 minutes. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with a drizzle of honey and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Adjust spices to your taste.
Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 320
Sugar: 18 g
Sodium: 200 mg
Fat: 14 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 44 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 6 g
Cholesterol: 70 mg

Keywords: Spiced Pear Buttermilk Almond Skillet Cake, dessert, cake, pears, buttermilk