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Spiced Pear Bread

Deliciously Moist Spiced Pear Bread for Cozy Fall Days

This spiced pear bread offers a cozy taste of fall with its dense texture, warm spices, and sweet ripe pears.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Add richness and moisture; substitute with vegan butter for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Provides sweetness and a hint of caramel flavor; can be replaced with granulated sugar.
  • 2 large Eggs Provides structure and moisture; use flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Contributes moisture and tanginess; Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; no substitution necessary.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour The main structure ingredient; substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1½ teaspoons Baking Powder Leavening agent; ensure it's fresh for optimal results.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cardamom Adds warm flavor; substitute with cinnamon if needed.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness and balances flavors.
  • ¼ teaspoon Baking Soda Additional leavening agent; don’t omit.
  • 2 cups Peeled & Diced Ripe Pears Use Bartlett, Bosc, or Anjou; avoid canned pears.
For the Topping
  • ¼ cup Light Brown Sugar Adds sweetness and a pleasant caramel note.
  • ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour Help create crumbly texture; can use a gluten-free blend.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Enhances spice profile; adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Cold Butter Adds richness and helps with clumps.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and light brown sugar on medium speed for about 5 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cardamom, salt, and baking soda, then gradually add to the wet mixture.
  5. Fold in the peeled and diced ripe pears gently into the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Mix together the light brown sugar, additional flour, ground cinnamon, and cold butter in a small bowl to create a crumbly topping.
  8. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the batter.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  10. After baking, allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This spiced pear bread keeps well, making it perfect for make-ahead treats. Adjust spices to taste for personal preference.

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