Pear Mug Cake | Pear And Almond Mug Cake Recipe | Quick and Easy

All mug cakes should be enough to satisfy your cravings, but this pear mug cake perfect single-serving treat is made in just 2 minutes and with ingredients that you likely have on hand.

This super moist pear and almond mug cake is divine! I am sure this mug dessert is going to become your next go-to mug cake recipe. 

This festive season you are going to love these fruity-type cakes with a great combination of flavors and if you love pear then it is going to be your all-time favorite family mug cake. 

Pear almond cake in a mug is super sweet with the richness of pear and almond with great texture that it melts in your mouth at every bite. 

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How to find a perfectly ripe pear for this microwave mug dessert?

A great mixture of pear and almond mug cake is the best, but to find proper ripe pear is a big task. 

Place the pear in a brown paper bag that keeps ethylene close to the fruit and speeds up ripening. Also, you can place the pear in a fruit basket, like near apples or bananas that help the pear to ripe faster. 

Moreover, if you want ripe pear instantly, then quickly microwave your diced pear before adding it to your mixture and you are ready with delicious, sweet, and soft pear.

Is it good to peel the pear before baking?

Yes, it is best to peel the pear before baking, because their skin grows tough while cooking them.

Type of pear best for baking:

There are various types of pear, but the best one for baking is anjou pears as they can withstand high temperatures. 

Even though, you can use your choice of pear to bake pear dessert. 

Can I use tinned pears for making this mug cake?

That’s right you can use canned pears if you do not have pears at home for this recipe. Though try to dry the fruit before using it in the mixture because it will make the cake mushy. 

To prevent your pear from getting brown:

Put the pear in water mixed with a little lemon juice or vinegar to prevent it from browning. 

How can you preserve pears without canning them?

Wash out pear in fruit juice or water for 2 minutes and let it cool down. Then take a jar or freezer-safe container and pack the pears, filling the space with fruit juice or water leaving the right space to breathe. Use a piece of wax paper to cover to keep the pears fully submerged in the juice or water. 

Healthy pear mug cake recipe:

You can switch all-purpose flour with almond flour, coconut flour, or oat flour to make it healthy. Also, you can substitute normal sugar with brown sugar, honey, or maple syrup.

You can make caramel pear almond meal cake!

To make caramelized pear, mix unsalted butter with pear, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Microwave it first for 30 seconds to 1 min and then pour the cake batter on top of the pear. 

To show your caramelized pears on top, remove the cake on a plate and place it upside down mostly known as upside-down pear cake. Dust some icing sugar to decorate.

Making a vegan microwave pear mug cake:

Use coconut milk, oat milk, or almond milk instead of normal dairy milk. Also, make use of flaxseed, to create vegan ‘egg’ to the mixture. 

Pear mug dessert with egg

This mug cake is eggless, but you can use 1 egg in the batter and reduce the quantity of milk to make a proper consistency. 

Kids, as well as adults, love this mug cake recipe!

It is made in just 5 minutes by mixing the batter to bake the cake. Also, it is a nice way to make your kids eat fruits.

In addition, you can make this instant mug cake when you have friends or family coming over. Easy recipe for bachelors or students to make in a dorm or hostel room as it is made for one person and you do not have to worry about leftovers. 

Simple ways to make a pear mug cake in a microwave:

Here, I am adding peel and diced pear and almond not only inside the cake but on top to make a pear almond crunch topping. 

If you do not like the pear chunks in the cake, then you can make a puree of peeled pears along with milk and sugar. Add to the mixture and bake it. Top it with almond flakes. 

Also, you can make pear almond cake with yogurt as well. Add your choice of yogurts such as plain yogurt or Greek yogurt instead of milk. Fresh yogurt which is not sour is the best egg substitute. It gives a soft and dense texture to the cake just like a cake with an egg. 

Adding things to the pear almond dessert

There are numerous things to add to the microwave cake in a cup such as dark chocolate, chunks of pear, almonds flakes, dry fruits of your choice, cinnamon powder, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, lemon juice, hazelnut, shredded coconut, etc.

List of things needed to bake this mug cake: 

Pantry ingredients along with normal equipment for baking a cake in a cup:

• A Large Microwave-safe Mug

• Butter/Oil/Ghee

• Brush

• Measuring Cups And Spoons

• All-purpose Flour

• Powdered Sugar

• Baking Powder

• Salt

• Fork & Spoon

• Milk

• Vegetable Oil

• Vanilla Essence

• Pear 

• Almond Flakes

• Microwave

How to bake pear and almond cake in a mug?

Let’s see the simple steps to make cake in a mug:

• In a microwave-safe mug, brush some butter, oil, or ghee.

• Add all dry ingredients to the mug – all-purpose flour, baking powder, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir it.

• Then add wet ingredients to the mug – milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla essence to form a smooth cake batter.

• Later, add peeled and diced pear and almond flakes to the mug and give a quick mix. 

• Microwave it for about 2 minutes. Your soft and crunchy mug cake is ready to serve. Serve it with your choice of toppings. 

Delicious mug desserts to make this festive season:

• Papaya Mug Cake

• 3 Ingredients Nutella Mug Cake

• Banana Walnut Mug Cake

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Important points to keep in mind while baking eggless pear mug cake:

• Microwave timings may vary depending upon the microwave voltage

• Let it sit for a while because it is extremely hot. 

• Serve it with your favorite toppings and sides. 

• Use a microwave-safe large mug for baking. 

• Do not overcook your single-serving mug dessert, microwave it for 2 minutes, if it is still uncooked keep it in a microwave for 10 – 10 seconds increments.

• Always keep an eye on the mug cake when it is in the microwave.

• You can use pear puree or chunks of pear in the batter. 

• If you want, you can mix all the ingredients in a bowl first and then pour the mixture into the mug or ramekins.

Pear and almond mug cake serving tips:

Your super soft and dense microwave cake in a mug goes well with a dash of cinnamon, drizzle honey or maple syrup, grated ginger, chunks of pears, almond flakes, dried nuts, yogurt, Crème fraîche, whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, sprinkle sea salt, dust some icing sugar, and many more.

Enjoy this delicacy with a hot cup of tea, coffee, hot chocolate, or as a brunch with friends and family. This delightful dessert is great as a breakfast, mid-day snack, late-night cravings, or after-school snack for kids.

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