Moist Pear and Chocolate Cake

Name: Moist Pear and Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: Pears (net weight) 1.3 lbs; Dark chocolate 50% 5.3 oz; Type 00 flour ¾ cup; Butter 7 tbsp; Eggs (about 3) 6.5 oz; Cinnamon powder 1.1 tsp; Sugar 0.7 cup; Whole milk 0.9 cup; Sugar 3 ¼ tbsp; Lemon juice 2 tbsp; Unsweetened cocoa powder 4 tbsp

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Vegetarian

Difficulty: Average
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Serving: 8
Cost: Average

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Silvia Sciattella

You know, the rich flavors of pears and chocolate come together in this seriously moist pear chocolate cake that's become, like, a favorite in Italian kitchens. And look, across Italy, there are all sorts of ways to mix these two—sometimes in a ricotta cake, other times in a creamy plumcake. But, I gotta say, the real magic happens when those tender, juicy chunks of pear get baked right into a soft, moist chocolate base.

Every slice? It's a bit of a surprise, with bites of creamy pear meeting pockets of melted chocolate. Really really good stuff. It’s the kind of dessert that just begs to be eaten with a spoon. Pretty much. Especially with a scoop of ice cream or a big dollop of whipped cream. The homemade pear chocolate cake really nails that balance of fruit and chocolate, so you get something sweet but not too heavy. And you know, folks love how it stays moist and soft even the next day. For sure. It makes it a top pick for anyone wanting a dessert that holds up well.

In Italy, dessert tables sometimes feel incomplete without some kind of chocolate pear dessert showing up. Plus, you’ll see this combo in everything from cheesecakes to rustic cakes. Each one brings out the best in those classic flavors. The easy pear chocolate cake recipe keeps things simple—so you get all the good stuff without too much fuss. People like to serve this cake still a little warm, letting the chocolate stay gooey and the pears turn almost melty. For parties or Sunday lunches, adding a side of cold gelato makes every bite extra creamy and special.

The best pear chocolate cake recipe isn’t just about fancy looks—it’s about that homey, rich taste that gets everyone grabbing another slice. Whether you call it a simple pear chocolate cake or a pear chocolate cake from scratch, you can count on getting a cake that feels both decadent and comforting. There's just something about that Italian touch—letting good ingredients shine and making dessert feel like a real treat every time. So, go ahead and enjoy the great fusion of pears and chocolate in this really really good dessert!

INGREDIENTS

Ingredients for a 12-inch (30 cm) pan: Pears 1.3 lbs (600 g) - (net weight); Dark chocolate 50% 5.3 oz (150 g); Type 00 flour ¾ cup (100 g); Butter 7 tbsp (100 g); Eggs 6.5 oz (180 g) - (about 3); Cinnamon powder 1.1 tsp (3 g); Sugar 0.7 cup (130 g); Whole milk 0.9 cup (220 g)

for the glaze: Sugar 3 ¼ tbsp (40 g); Lemon juice 2 tbsp (30 g); Unsweetened cocoa powder 4 tbsp (20 g)

Preparation

How to prepare Moist Pear and Chocolate Cake

To make the moist pear and chocolate cake, first peel the pears 1. Then cut them into wedges, remove the core 2 and slice them into fairly thick slices 2. In a large bowl, add the eggs and the sugar 3

and the cinnamon 4. Beat everything with an electric mixer 5 until the mixture is well beaten. At this point add the flour 6

and continue to beat 7, then pour in the milk in a thin stream while the mixer is still running 8. Melt the butter and dark chocolate in a double boiler 9,

stirring frequently 10. Then pour it into the batter you just made 11 and mix with a spatula 12.

Then butter a 12-inch (30 cm) ceramic tart pan 13 and arrange the pear slices in a circular pattern (14-15).

Pour the batter over it (16-17) and bake in a preheated conventional oven at 356°F for 25 minutes.

Meanwhile prepare the glaze; squeeze the lemon juice into a bowl, straining it, then add the sugar 20 and the cocoa powder 21.

Stir everything until you obtain a smooth cream 22. After 25 minutes, take the cake out of the oven and spread the glaze over the entire surface 23. Return it to the oven under the broiler for 5 minutes. Then remove it 34 and let it cool completely before serving.