Peach Bread - VeryVera

Peach Bread

Originally Published on June 13, 2023

  • Prep Time: 15m
  • Cook Time: 1h 10m
  • Serves: 8

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c all-purpose flour
  • 1 c granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/3 c canola, vegetable, or corn oil
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 c buttermilk
  • 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 c chopped fresh peaches
  • 1/2 c chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 8x4-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  3. In another large bowl or glass measure, combine the oil, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until the batter just comes together.
  5. Gently fold in the peaches and chopped pecans, being careful not to overmix the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  7. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.
  8. Allow to cool on the wire rack in the pan for 15 minutes, then remove to the wire rack and allow to cool completely before slicing.
  9. Store bread wrapped tightly in foil or plastic wrap in the refrigerator.