Start by melting the butter. Set aside to cool while you prepare the rest of the cake.
Preheat your oven to 350F (175C). Butter and flour a 1.25 lb or 1.25 quart loaf pan (about 9x5”) Set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs, then the vanilla extract as well, whisking for about 30 seconds.
Mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, and spices in a bowl. Then whisk it into the egg mixture in two additions.
Carefully whisk in the cooled melted butter in two additions. Then, fold in the chopped pears.
Pour into the prepared pan and bake 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
After removing it from the oven, let cool completely.
For the glaze, whisk or stir together all ingredients and then spread on top of the cooled cake. Finish with a dash of cinnamon!