Pear-Chocolate Fondant Cake – Rich, Moist, and Decadent

This Pear-Chocolate Fondant Cake is a luxurious dessert that combines the deep, rich flavor of chocolate with the natural sweetness of ripe pears. With a soft, molten center and tender crumb, this cake is perfect for special occasions or anytime you want an elegant, indulgent treat. Each bite delivers the perfect balance of fruity freshness and chocolatey decadence.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Fruity & Sweet – Juicy pears add natural sweetness and a tender texture.
Rich Chocolate Flavor – Melted chocolate creates a decadent, fondant-like center.
Simple & Impressive – Minimal ingredients, yet visually and flavorfully stunning.
Perfect Dessert – Ideal for dinner parties, holidays, or cozy evenings.

Ingredients

• 4 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 6 oz (170 g) dark chocolate, chopped
• ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter
• ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• ½ cup (65 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan and line with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Chocolate Mixture
   Melt chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave. Stir until smooth.
3. Mix the Batter
   In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt until fluffy. Gradually fold in the melted chocolate mixture and then fold in flour until just combined.
4. Add Pears
   Arrange pear slices in the bottom of the prepared pan. Pour the chocolate batter over the pears and smooth the top.
5. Bake
   Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the edges are set but the center remains slightly soft for a fondant effect.
6. Serve
   Let the cake cool slightly before removing from the pan. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information

Calories: ~310
Protein: 4g
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Sugar: 25g
Fiber: 3g

Tips for Success

Choose Ripe Pears – Sweet, juicy pears complement the chocolate perfectly.
Do Not Overbake – Keeps the center molten and gooey.
Serve Warm – Enhances the fondant texture and intensifies chocolate flavor.

Why This Recipe Works

The combination of tender pears and molten chocolate creates a luxurious contrast of textures and flavors. The cake’s soft, gooey center paired with slightly caramelized pear slices gives each bite a rich, fruity, and chocolatey indulgence.

Pear-Chocolate Fondant Cake is an elegant, quick-to-make dessert that’s rich, fruity, and utterly irresistible. Perfect for special occasions or cozy nights, it’s a dessert that will impress and satisfy chocolate and fruit lovers alike.