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Southern Peach Bread

A delightful hybrid of bread and cake filled with sweet peaches and toasted pecans, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins
  • 1 cup diced fresh peaches Choose the ripest peaches for the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans Optional; can substitute with walnuts or omit for nut-free.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, gently folding them until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Carefully fold in the diced peaches and chopped pecans.
  6. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
  7. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Wrap tightly in plastic wrap to store up to 5 days in the refrigerator or at room temperature for 2-3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.