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Moist Pear Nut Bread

A warm and inviting loaf of bread packed with sweet pears and crunchy walnuts, perfect for family gatherings and cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cups ripe pears, chopped Use ripe pears for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup walnuts, chopped Can substitute with pecans if preferred.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Packed brown sugar is recommended.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature eggs work best.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray, or line it with parchment paper.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk together until well blended.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully combined and slightly frothy.
  3. Gently fold in the chopped pears and walnuts until evenly distributed.
  4. Carefully add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture and stir until just combined, being cautious not to overmix.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  2. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
  1. Slice and enjoy your Moist Pear Nut Bread!

Notes

Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil to keep fresh. Store at room temperature for up to three days, in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months.