Description
Imagine the aroma of warm cinnamon and nutmeg wafting through your kitchen as a loaf of Spiced Peach Bread bakes to perfection. This irresistible quick bread is a true delight for the senses, blending the sweetness of ripe peaches with a harmonious medley of spices.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Fresh or canned peaches
- Chopped pecans (optional)
- Chopped walnuts (optional)
- Raisins (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined. Then, add the eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream or Greek yogurt, mixing until smooth.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding them in gently. Once just incorporated, fold in the diced peaches and any optional add-ins.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
6. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use ripe, juicy peaches for the best flavor and texture. If using canned peaches, drain them well.
Adjust the spice blend to your taste preferences.
Substitute granulated sugar with honey, maple syrup, or coconut sugar if desired.
Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top before baking for crunch.
Serve with whipped cream, caramel sauce, or vanilla ice cream for dessert.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 30