Love coffee and pears? Then the Pear Coffee Cake is what you need! This cozy, beginner's recipe is filled with juicy ripe pears and warm cinnamon. Anyone who loves fruit recipes will find this treat special without making any extra effort!
More creamy and fruity desserts to enjoy: my Oreo Pumpkin Cheesecake and classic Cassava Cake!
Ingredient Notes
See the recipe card below for ingredient quantities and complete instructions.
- All-purpose flour – Gives the cake a soft but sturdy crumb. It's great, especially when combined with the dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- Whole wheat flour – Adds a light nutty flavor and boosts texture without feeling heavy. Blends well when mixed with the wet ingredients in a separate bowl.
- Pears – Bartlett or D’Anjou work best because they become tender and sweet when baked and sit beautifully on top of the batter.
- Ground cinnamon – Brings warmth and balances the natural sweetness of the fruit, especially when paired with a hint of nutmeg and vanilla extract.
- Chopped pecans – Add crunch to the streusel and pair beautifully with pears.
Storage
This cake stores well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and can be frozen for up to 1 month without losing its soft texture.
FAQs
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups All-purpose flour
- ½ cup Whole wheat flour*
- ¾ cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- ¼ cup Neutral oil
- 1 cup Oat milk
- 1 pound Pears about 3 medium Bartlett or D’Anjou, sliced into ½-inch (12mm) pieces
For the Streusel:
- ¼ cup Granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons Chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons Neutral oil
- 2 teaspoons Water
Instructions
Prepare the Pan
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 10-inch (25 cm) round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
Prepare the Pears
- Wash, dry, and slice pears into thin ½-inch (12 mm) pieces. Set aside.
Make the Streusel
- In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, cinnamon, chopped pecans, and oil.
- Stir until the oil is evenly distributed.
- Add water and use your fingertips to create small clumps. Set aside.
Make the Cake Batter
- In a medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, sugar, and salt. Stir to evenly distribute.
- Make a well in the center, then add oat milk and neutral oil.
- Whisk until smooth and no lumps remain.
- Fold in the pear pieces until evenly coated.
Assemble and Bake
- Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Crumble the streusel across the top so it covers the batter.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until the edges are golden, the center is set, and a skewer comes out clean.
Cool and Serve
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
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Hosting a cozy brunch and want something warm and comforting on the table? This Pear Coffee Cake delivers sweetness, spice, and a beautiful rustic look with almost no effort!
Kian Cablinda says
It has that rich nutty flavor. I love it <3
Simply Bakings Kitchen Team says
That's one of the things I love about it too! 😁
Julius says
Never tried this before, and it really looks delicious and crunchy, which I definitely like.
Simply Bakings Kitchen Team says
I'm sure you'll love it once you try it!
Sweetiepie says
Oh this looks very yummy! And I love coffee too so it's perfect!!
Simply Bakings Kitchen Team says
Hehehe I'm glad you think so. Let me know when you do! 😁
Cheng says
I'm not a fan of coffee, but this cake looks delicious and unique. This is definitely a perfect dessert for my coffee-lover friends! 🙂
Simply Bakings Kitchen Team says
Yes, please share it to your friends so they can try it too!
shennnnn says
Yummyy!!!!
Simply Bakings Kitchen Team says
Yes!! 😄