Description
A delightful Pear Walnut Bread Loaf that combines the sweetness of ripe pears with the crunch of walnuts, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Ripe pears: 2 medium, peeled and diced
- Walnuts: 1 cup, chopped
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups
- Brown sugar: 1 cup, packed
- Eggs: 2 large
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by peeling and dicing the pears and chopping the walnuts.
- Mix the dry ingredients: combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and mix in brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and fold in the pears and walnuts.
- Pour the batter into a prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the loaf in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Choose ripe pears that are soft to the touch for the best sweetness.
- Store the loaf in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Pear Walnut Bread, Baking, Loaf, Dessert, Snack