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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes |
Ready In: 65 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Pears and almonds make a mouthwatering match in this cake from Lillian Julow, Gainesville, Florida. âIt looks pretty with the fruit on top,â she pens. âHow can something this simple taste this wonderful?âLillian K. Julow, Gainesville, Florida Ingredients:
1-1/4 cups blanched almonds |
1/2 cup plus 4-1/2 teaspoons sugar, divided |
1/3 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
5 tablespoons cold butter, divided |
2 eggs |
1/4 cup milk |
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) pear halves, drained and thinly sliced |
Directions:
1. In a food processor, combine almonds and 1/2 cup sugar. Cover and process until blended; transfer to a bowl. Stir in flour and salt. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 4 tablespoons butter; whisk in eggs and milk. Stir into almond mixture.
2. Pour into a greased 9-in. fluted tart pan with a removable bottom. Arrange pear slices over batter. Sprinkle with remaining sugar; dot with remaining butter.
3. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Serve warm or at room temperature. Refrigerate leftovers. Yield: 6-8 servings.
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