A unique and light dessert: the magic of simplicity in the cocoa and pear cake. When elegance meets lightness, a dessert is born that captivates the palate with simplicity and taste. The cocoa and pear cake with rice flour is a recipe designed for those looking for a gluten-free, butter-free dessert with a perfect balance of flavors.
Ideal for satisfying sweet cravings without compromising a more mindful diet, it is the perfect solution for intolerants, celiacs, or for those who love to experiment in the kitchen.
The true protagonist of the recipe is the combination of bitter cocoa and sweet, juicy pears, which creates an irresistible contrast of flavors.
Rice flour, thanks to its lightness, gives a soft and delicate texture that makes the cake even more special. The absence of butter also makes this dessert more digestible, without sacrificing its rich and satisfying character.
Perfect for any occasion, from breakfast to snack, up to the dessert of a special dinner, the cocoa and pear cake lends itself to creative variations that make it unique every time you prepare it. You can enrich it with a sprinkle of powdered sugar, a chocolate cream, or a decoration with fresh fruit to enhance its presentation.
Making this cake is simple and quick, but the result is a dessert that seems to have come out of a gourmet kitchen.
With a few genuine ingredients and a touch of passion, you can create a dessert that tells the beauty of natural and homemade cooking. Put on your apron and let yourself be conquered by this recipe that combines tradition and creativity!
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup milk
- 1 1/4 cups rice flour
- 2/3 cup potato starch
- 3 pears
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts
- baking powder
Steps
Here is the procedure:
Place the eggs with the sugar in a bowl
Beat with a hand whisk or an electric mixer
Add oil and milk, mix.
Add the rice flour,
add the potato starch and mix.
Add cocoa and baking powder.
Mix the batter well to avoid lumps
Cut the pears into cubes, leaving some slices for decoration.
Add the pear cubes to the batter and mix
Add the hazelnuts, leaving a tablespoon aside.
Pour the batter into an already greased and floured pan
Place the pear slices and then the remaining tablespoon of hazelnuts.
Bake at 350°F (180°C) for about 40/45 minutes
Enjoy your meal!😊

