What spices should i use in a pear cake?

Answer 1

I agree with gg. Cloves enhance the flavor of pears. You could sprinkle the cut pear with a little brown sugar and the fresh ground nutmeg then put it under the broiler to carmelize the sugar. YUM!

Answer 2

Apple or Pear Cake

CAKE
1 cup white sugar
1 cup brown sugar
3 eggs, beaten
3/4 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
4 cups raw diced apples or pears
TOPPING
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup milk
1/4 lb butter

Cake:.
Mix all cake ingredients by hand in order given.
Pour in a greased 9 x 13 inch pan or springform pan.
Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes and remove.
Topping:.
In saucepan mix all ingredients and bring to a slow boil for 3 minutes.
Pour over cake and return to oven for 4 minutes.

Answer 3

I like a bit of nutmeg.

You can also use a little cardamom, but, a little goes a long way for most people.

Cinnamon makes people think "apple" in my opinion.

Happy Baking!

Answer 4

I'd really recommend CLOVES.

You could also use mace.

Cinnamon and nutmeg are old standards, but cloves are the absolute BEST with pears.

Also, lemon is nice too.

Answer 5

cinnamon & nutmeg are good options as well as cardamom. You can also use ginger (dried, crystallized) and this would add alot of flavor, just be sure not to overdo it.

Answer 6

cinimon
and cloves
and
seriously now
a pinch of salt
it brings out the flavor and sweetness of the pear
JUST A PINCH THOUGH
nothing else

Answer 7

A little cinnamon, cardamon, and nutmeg

Answer 8

mace
nutmeg (just a wee bit)
cardamom