Indulge in the rich flavors of chocolate, sweet pears, and warm spices with this delectable cake.

This Chocolate Pear Spice Cake is a perfect dessert for any occasion, from a cozy night in to a holiday celebration. The combination of rich chocolate, fragrant pears, and warm spices creates a decadent and flavorful treat that is sure to impress your friends and family. With a moist and tender crumb, this cake is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and cocoa powder.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, until just combined.
6. Fold in the diced pears and chocolate chips.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

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