Southern Peach Bread
A delightful blend of sweet and savory, this Southern Peach Bread embodies the essence of comfort food, showcasing ripe peaches in a delicious quick bread perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh peaches, diced Use ripe, fresh peaches for optimal flavor.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Let butter sit at room temperature before using.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs Use room temperature eggs.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the diced peaches carefully.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Baking
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
If using frozen peaches, ensure they are thawed and excess moisture is drained. For variations, consider adding chopped nuts or oats to the batter.