Apple And Pear Cake
This delectable apple and pear crumble cake is a delightful blend of moist, fruity goodness with a buttery crumble topping. The soft slices of apples and pears are nestled within a light cake batter and crowned with a fragrant cinnamon crumble before baking to golden perfection. Enjoy a slice of this cozy treat warm or cold, accompanied by a luxurious dollop of custard for the ultimate indulgence.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- For the cake:
- ½ (385g) can sliced apples, drained
- ½ (410g) can pear quarters, drained
- 180g caster sugar
- 180g butter
- 150g self raising flour
- 50g ground almonds
- 3 eggs
- 1-2 tbsp milk
- For the crumble:
- 60g caster sugar
- 90g butter
- 120g self raising flour
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- To serve:
- 1 425g can custard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven 180C/ 350F/Gas4. Grease and line the base of a 23cm round, deep cake tin.
- Cut the apples and pears into slices and toss with ½ the cinnamon and set aside.
- Crumble:
- 1. Rub the butter into the flour with your fingertips until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
- 2. Add the remaining cinnamon and sugar; mix well and set aside.
- Cake:
- 1. Beat the butter and sugar in a large bowl until pale.
- 2. Add the remaining ingredients and beat until combined.
- 3. Pour the mixture into the cake tin, place fruit slices on the top and sprinkle with the crumble mixture.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes in the middle of the oven until firm and golden.
- Cool in the tin before transferring to a wire rack.
- Serve warm, or cold with a generous helping of creamy custard.
Yield
Serves 12
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