Frances' Lumberjack Cake, The Search for Perfect
Indulge in a dessert that celebrates imperfection—this cake captures the beauty of life's messy moments, perfect for those who value heart over perfection.
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Cooking tools:
- Oven
- Springform pan
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Stove
- Sifter
- Mixing bowl
- Stand mixer
- Spatula
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Toothpick
- Serving platter
- Measuring cup
- Measuring spoon
- Scoop
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons of water (enough to cover the dates in the pot)
- 1 heaping cup of pitted Medjool dates
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon of baking powder
- pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup of butter, at room temperature
- 1 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract
- 1 pear, cored and diced
- powdered sugar, to serve
- vanilla bean ice cream, to serve
