Description
Pear Cardamom Swirl Bread is a delightful baked treat that combines the sweetness of ripe pears with the warm, aromatic flavor of cardamom. This bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 4 cups (500g)
- Ripe pears: 2 medium, peeled and diced
- Ground cardamom: 1 teaspoon
- Sugar: 1/4 cup (50g) plus 1 tablespoon for the filling
- Active dry yeast: 2 teaspoons
- Milk: 1 cup (240ml), warm (about 110°F or 43°C)
- Unsalted butter: 1/4 cup (60g), melted
- Eggs: 2 large
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing warm milk with 1 tablespoon of sugar and sprinkling the yeast on top. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Prepare the pear filling by cooking diced pears with 1 tablespoon of sugar in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until soft and caramelized.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, cardamom, and salt. Make a well in the center and add melted butter, eggs, and the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- After the first rise, punch down the dough, roll it out into a rectangle, spread the pear filling, roll it into a log, and twist it. Place in a greased loaf pan and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the bread for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Ensure yeast is fresh and activated properly.
- Avoid over-kneading the dough to prevent toughness.
- Allow the dough to rise adequately for a light texture.
- Use warm ingredients to promote yeast activity.
- Measure ingredients accurately for best results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Pear, Cardamom, Bread, Baking, Dessert