Description
This Coconut Milk Weetabix Pear Cake is a light and moist dessert, perfect for summer, with a subtle coconut flavor that complements the sweetness of pears and the warmth of cinnamon.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups pears, cubed, set aside in a bowl of water and a bit of lemon juice
- 1 3/4 cups flour (whole wheat or all purpose should do fine)
- 3 Weetabix biscuits, crushed (about 3/4 cup)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Oil and flour a 9×9 inch cake pan or two loaf pans to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients: flour, crushed Weetabix, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and walnuts. Mix well to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- In a separate smaller bowl, mix together the wet ingredients: coconut milk, brown sugar, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cake dense.
- Drain the pears and gently fold them into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan(s) and spread evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider toasting the walnuts before adding them to the batter. This cake pairs well with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 35