Gluten-Free French Pear Cake

Gluten-Free French Pear Cake –  the natural moistness that pears impart to this lightly spiced cake have sent it soaring to the top of the French dessert list. Sweetened with only maple syrup and fresh pears adds this gluten-free dessert to the healthy-ish of desserts.

♥ What to serve with French Pear Cake?

Firs the fresh flavour of the pears will surprise you. You can taste the fresh pears in every bite, making this gluten-free dessert incredibly delicious. I find this pear cake is best when served warm with whipped cream or with a large scoop of French vanilla bean ice cream. However, it is perfect at room temperature with morning coffee or afternoon tea. This pear cake is one of those desserts that kids love too. So pop a slice in their lunch box for a special sweet treat of the day. Since there is no refined sugar and plenty of pears you can feel confident that they are having something sweet and healthier than cookies. 

♥ Is this gluten-free dessert recipe simple to make?

Absolutely, this French dessert is so simple! First, you combine the dry ingredients, then whisk the wet ones and then mix together. It’s that easy. Since this dessert is packed with pears, some pears are grated and others chopped. The reason some of the pears are grated they add to the sweetness and keep the cake extra moist. This is the only time consuming step in this recipe. If you decide to bake this gluten-free cake, please let me know what you think. I am sure you will not be disappointed with this stunning French dessert.

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