Preparing the cake is easy, and it involves a few steps. Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F. Next, prepare a 9-inch baking dish by greasing it with butter or cooking spray.
For the cake batter, you will need the following ingredients:
– 1 cup cornmeal
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3/4 cup sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix them thoroughly until well combined. In another mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until they are light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then add the milk and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, stirring gently until well blended. Mix until you get a smooth batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, and smooth out the top with a spatula. Place it in the oven, and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, you can prepare the fruits. For this recipe, you will need:
– 2 Nashi pears, peeled and thinly sliced
– 2 quince apples, peeled and thinly sliced
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1/4 cup water
In a medium saucepan, combine the sliced pears, apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the fruits are tender and the liquid has thickened.
When the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Top the cake with the fruit mixture, spreading it evenly. Return the cake to the oven, and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until the fruit topping is slightly caramelized.
Once done, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely before slicing and serving.
In conclusion, Corn cake with Nashi pears and quince apples is a sweet, light dessert that combines the flavors of fruit and cornmeal perfectly. This recipe is easy to prepare, and you can easily customize it to your liking by adding other fruits or spices. Enjoy this delicious treat with a cup of tea or coffee, and savor the rich flavors of fall.