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Gâteau Invisible aux Poires

A beloved French classic, Gâteau Invisible aux Poires is a delightful pear cake that celebrates simplicity and comforting flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4 Pears (Bosc or Anjou)
  • 3 Eggs
  • 200 ml Whole Milk (or almond/oat milk)
  • 50 g Sugar (or coconut sugar/honey)
  • 7 g Vanillin Sugar (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)
  • 100 g All-Purpose Flour (or gluten-free blend)
  • 1 Sachet of Baking Powder
  • A Pinch of Salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Peel and core the pears then slice them very thinly.
  3. Toss the sliced pears with a bit of lemon juice.
  4. Whisk the eggs in a large mixing bowl until frothy.
  5. Add the milk, sugar, and vanillin sugar, then whisk until combined.
  6. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently.
  8. Fold in the sliced pears until evenly distributed.
  9. Grease a round cake pan (about 22 cm) with butter or cooking spray.
  10. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  11. Bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown.

Notes

Slice thinly and serve with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or ice cream. Consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for spice.

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Keywords: Gâteau Invisible, Pear Cake, French Dessert, Baking, Nostalgic Recipes

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