How should I store these pear and cardamom cake bars?

You can store the pear and cardamom cake bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to keep them moist.

Can I use canned pears instead of fresh?

Yes, you can use canned pears for these pear and cardamom cake bars, but make sure to drain them thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel to prevent the batter from becoming too soggy.

What is the best variety of pear for baking?

Bosc and Anjou pears are the best for pear and cardamom cake bars because they are firm and hold their shape well when exposed to high oven temperatures.

Pear and Cardamom Cake Bars: 1 Simple Recipe for Autumn

Name: Pear and Cardamom Cake Bars
Prep time: PT-493140H31M9S
Cook time: PT-493140H31M9S
Total time: PT-493140H31M9S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 cups pears, peeled and diced (about 2-3 medium pears)

Ingredients

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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups pears, peeled and diced (about 2-3 medium pears)

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Step 3: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
Step 4: Whisk together the flour, ground cardamom, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
Step 5: Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Step 6: Gently fold in the diced pears and spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
Step 7: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean and the top is golden.
Step 8: Allow the pear and cardamom cake bars to cool completely before slicing into 12 rectangles.

Notes

Use firm pears like Bosc or Anjou for the best texture. Freshly ground cardamom seeds provide the strongest flavor.

Prep Time: PT20M
Cook Time: PT40M
Category: Desserts & Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 245 kcal
Sugar: 18 g
Sodium: 85 mg
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 34 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 35 mg