Description
This moist and flavorful Peach Bread Recipe features fresh diced peaches folded into a tender batter, baked to golden perfection, and topped with a sweet peach glaze. Perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert, this quick bread combines the juicy sweetness of ripe peaches with a soft crumb and a luscious glaze for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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For the Bread:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 grams)
- 1/2 cup 2% milk (4 ounces)
- 1/2 cup canola oil (vegetable or coconut oil)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (260 grams)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups diced fresh peaches
For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/3 cup finely diced peaches (peeled and drained of any extra juice)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) to prepare for baking the bread.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, stir together the granulated sugar, 2% milk, canola oil, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir gently just until combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
- Fold in Peaches: Gently fold the diced fresh peaches into the batter, distributing them evenly without crushing.
- Prepare the Pan & Bake: Pour the batter into a greased 9″x5″ bread pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
- Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar, melted butter, finely diced peaches, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Add heavy cream or milk as needed to reach a pourable glaze consistency.
- Glaze and Serve: Once the bread is fully cooled, spread the glaze evenly over the top. Slice and serve.
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep fresh.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid excess moisture in the batter.
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure a tender crumb.
- Glaze can be adjusted for consistency by adding more or less heavy cream or milk.
- Make sure the bread is completely cooled before glazing to prevent glaze from melting.
- Store bread refrigerated and consume within 3-4 days for best freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/10 of loaf)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
