Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the yogurt, sugar, eggs, oil, vanilla, and almond extract until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Add the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, combine flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined — don’t overmix. The batter should be thick and fragrant.
Step 4: Assemble the Cake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Arrange the pear slices in a fan or spiral pattern on top of the batter. Sprinkle sliced almonds over the pears for an elegant finish.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 6: Serve
Drizzle with a touch of honey or dust lightly with powdered sugar before serving.
🍐 Tips for the Perfect Cake
Use ripe but firm pears: Bartlett or Bosc varieties work best.
Room temperature ingredients: They blend better and create a softer crumb.
Add a citrus twist: A teaspoon of lemon or orange zest brightens the flavor beautifully.
Make it gluten-free: Substitute the flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
☕ How to Serve It
This cake is wonderfully versatile:
Serve warm with a dollop of Greek yogurt or crème fraîche.
Pair with a cup of Earl Grey or chamomile tea for a cozy afternoon treat.
Add a scoop of vanilla gelato or almond ice cream for an elegant dessert.
It’s also perfect for brunches, picnics, or as a thoughtful homemade gift.
🌼 Why You’ll Love This Cake
Easy to make: One bowl, no mixer required.
Naturally moist: Thanks to yogurt and almond flour.
Not too sweet: The pears provide gentle sweetness that feels balanced and refined.
Beautiful presentation: It looks stunning straight from the oven — no icing needed.
❤️ Final Thoughts
Easy Yogurt, Pear & Almond Cake is a reminder that true beauty lies in simplicity. With its tender crumb, subtle almond aroma, and delicate fruit topping, it’s the kind of cake that brings a sense of calm and comfort with every bite.
Whether you bake it for loved ones or just for yourself, this recipe turns ordinary ingredients into something truly special — a golden, fragrant cake that tastes like home, elegance, and a little bit of sunshine.
