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Pear Bread

This pear bread is a delightful way to embrace the sweetness of ripe pears, providing a moist texture that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups ripe pears peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Loaf pan (9x5 inches)
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease your loaf pan with cooking spray or butter.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently.
  6. Gently fold in the diced pears and walnuts (if using).
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy with butter or cream cheese.