Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Spiced Peach Bread, a perfect fusion of sweet summer peaches and warm autumn spices. This quick bread is an ideal treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, combining juicy peach chunks with aromatic hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Simple to prepare, this recipe requires minimal ingredients yet delivers maximum flavor, making it a beloved addition to family gatherings or casual get-togethers. Serve it warm with butter, enjoy it as a midday snack, or top it with cream cheese for a decadent twist—this Spiced Peach Bread is sure to become a seasonal favorite!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups cake flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp allspice
- 1/2 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 cup cultured buttermilk
- 2 cups diced peaches (skin on)
- 1 tsp coarse sparkling sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5 loaf pan with butter and parchment paper.
- Cream together dark brown sugar and unsalted butter in a stand mixer until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, salt, and spices. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients alternately with buttermilk.
- Fold in diced peaches gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle coarse sugar on top.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for about 10 minutes before removing from the pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg